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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 50,243 miles on the clock, averaging 18,168 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 SD05 LVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 50,243 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,754 |
| Average per year | 18,168 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | SD05 LVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SD05 LVT
What car is SD05 LVT?
SD05 LVT is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SD05 LVT?
The last recorded mileage for SD05 LVT was 50,243 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD05 LVT passed its MOT?
SD05 LVT has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2009.
Is SD05 LVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD05 LVT 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 SD05 LVT?
SD05 LVT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.