Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 154,480 miles on the clock, averaging 8,808 miles per year, around 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 MJ05 PVA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,480 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,057 |
| Average per year | 8,808 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | MJ05 PVA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MJ05 PVA
What car is MJ05 PVA?
MJ05 PVA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MJ05 PVA?
The last recorded mileage for MJ05 PVA was 154,480 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ05 PVA passed its MOT?
MJ05 PVA has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 26 Oct 2021.
Is MJ05 PVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ05 PVA 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 MJ05 PVA?
MJ05 PVA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.