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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 157,127 miles on the clock, averaging 7,906 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 PE55 AYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 157,127 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,937 |
| Average per year | 7,906 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | PE55 AYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PE55 AYJ
What car is PE55 AYJ?
PE55 AYJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PE55 AYJ?
The last recorded mileage for PE55 AYJ was 157,127 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE55 AYJ passed its MOT?
PE55 AYJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2022.
Is PE55 AYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE55 AYJ 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 PE55 AYJ?
PE55 AYJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.