2005 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · LS05 HPE
2005 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 03 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 158,857 miles. MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,857 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LS05 HPE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 158,857 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LS05 HPE 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 (LS05 HPE) between September 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
LS05 HPE Mileage History
- 30/09/2021150,020 mi
- 04/10/2022152,234 mi+2,214 mi
- 04/10/2023154,964 mi+2,730 mi
- 17/10/2024159,459 mi+4,495 mi
- 14/10/2025158,857 mi-602 mi
Average of roughly 2,188 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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