Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 181,057 miles on the clock, averaging 16,010 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for LT05 JBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,057 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,119 |
| Average per year | 16,010 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LT05 JBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LT — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LT05 JBZ
What car is LT05 JBZ?
LT05 JBZ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LT05 JBZ?
The last recorded mileage for LT05 JBZ was 181,057 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT05 JBZ passed its MOT?
LT05 JBZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2017.
Is LT05 JBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT05 JBZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LT05 JBZ?
LT05 JBZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.