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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 203,448 miles on the clock, averaging 11,400 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 VEX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 203,448 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,400 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 VEX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VEX
What car is LT05 VEX?
LT05 VEX is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LT05 VEX?
The last recorded mileage for LT05 VEX was 203,448 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT05 VEX passed its MOT?
LT05 VEX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2020.
Is LT05 VEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT05 VEX 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 VEX?
LT05 VEX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.