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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 110,065 miles on the clock, averaging 5,018 miles per year, below 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 HN55 PVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,065 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,555 |
| Average per year | 5,018 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | HN55 PVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HN — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About HN55 PVP
What car is HN55 PVP?
HN55 PVP is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HN55 PVP?
The last recorded mileage for HN55 PVP was 110,065 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HN55 PVP passed its MOT?
HN55 PVP has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2026.
Is HN55 PVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HN55 PVP 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 HN55 PVP?
HN55 PVP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.