Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 136,729 miles on the clock, averaging 10,418 miles per year, above 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 PE05 ETJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,729 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,722 |
| Average per year | 10,418 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | PE05 ETJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PE05 ETJ
What car is PE05 ETJ?
PE05 ETJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PE05 ETJ?
The last recorded mileage for PE05 ETJ was 136,729 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE05 ETJ passed its MOT?
PE05 ETJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2016.
Is PE05 ETJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE05 ETJ 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 PE05 ETJ?
PE05 ETJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.