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EX05 PVJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 61,970 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.

MOT & Mileage History for EX05 PVJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,970
Last Mileage
Recorded
1
Total Tests
Since 2008
100%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 1 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

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Full MOT Test History 1 test on record

PASS
Mileage61,970 miles

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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

RegistrationEX05 PVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About EX05 PVJ

What car is EX05 PVJ?

EX05 PVJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EX05 PVJ?

The last recorded mileage for EX05 PVJ was 61,970 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX05 PVJ passed its MOT?

EX05 PVJ has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2008.

Is EX05 PVJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX05 PVJ 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 EX05 PVJ?

EX05 PVJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.