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 Petrol 2000cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 135,860 miles on the clock, averaging 10,074 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for SD05 LWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,860 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,807 |
| Average per year | 10,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SD05 LWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SD05 LWL
What car is SD05 LWL?
SD05 LWL is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SD05 LWL?
The last recorded mileage for SD05 LWL was 135,860 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD05 LWL passed its MOT?
SD05 LWL has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2019.
Is SD05 LWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD05 LWL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SD05 LWL?
SD05 LWL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.