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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 77,734 miles on the clock, averaging 3,759 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 NG05 LVV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,734 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 566 |
| Average per year | 3,759 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | NG05 LVV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NG — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About NG05 LVV
What car is NG05 LVV?
NG05 LVV is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NG05 LVV?
The last recorded mileage for NG05 LVV was 77,734 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NG05 LVV passed its MOT?
NG05 LVV has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 8 Jul 2024.
Is NG05 LVV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG05 LVV 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 NG05 LVV?
NG05 LVV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.