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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 207,384 miles on the clock, averaging 6,038 miles per year, 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 MW54 LXV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 207,384 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,941 |
| Average per year | 6,038 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | MW54 LXV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About MW54 LXV
What car is MW54 LXV?
MW54 LXV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW54 LXV?
The last recorded mileage for MW54 LXV was 207,384 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW54 LXV passed its MOT?
MW54 LXV has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2025.
Is MW54 LXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW54 LXV 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 MW54 LXV?
MW54 LXV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.