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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 142,256 miles on the clock, averaging 10,581 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 SO05 LSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,256 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,385 |
| Average per year | 10,581 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SO05 LSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 LSE
What car is SO05 LSE?
SO05 LSE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 LSE?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 LSE was 142,256 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 LSE passed its MOT?
SO05 LSE has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2019.
Is SO05 LSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 LSE 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 SO05 LSE?
SO05 LSE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.