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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 118,860 miles on the clock, averaging 4,160 miles per year, well below 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 LT55 TNV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 118,860 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,654 |
| Average per year | 4,160 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | LT55 TNV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LT — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About LT55 TNV
What car is LT55 TNV?
LT55 TNV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LT55 TNV?
The last recorded mileage for LT55 TNV was 118,860 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LT55 TNV passed its MOT?
LT55 TNV has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2025.
Is LT55 TNV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT55 TNV 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 LT55 TNV?
LT55 TNV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.