2005 Volkswagen Golf TDI SE 1.9L Heavy oil · LD55 VLK
2005 Volkswagen Golf TDI SE (1.9L, heavy oil). First registered 14 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 93,185 miles. MOT valid until 25 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI SE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,185 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required
- Fuel & Engine
- HEAVY OIL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD55 VLK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
- 93,185 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD55 VLK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Golf Tdi Se (LD55 VLK) between September 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”; “Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”.
LD55 VLK Mileage History
- 28/09/202264,670 mi
- 28/09/202264,670 mi
- 08/09/202366,539 mi+1,869 mi
- 27/02/202568,704 mi+2,165 mi
- 27/05/202693,185 mi+24,481 mi
Average of roughly 7,787 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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