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PE55 DZV

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 133,719 miles on the clock, averaging 10,989 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 PE55 DZV

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,719
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,989

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading133,719 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,989
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PE55 DZV 57k76k95k114k134k '08'15'12

Check PE55 DZV

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,719 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,719 miles
Since last MOT+9,039 miles
PASS
Mileage124,680 miles
Since last MOT+7,866 miles
PASS
Mileage116,814 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,814 miles
Since last MOT+15,607 miles
PASS
Mileage101,207 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,207 miles
Since last MOT+10,040 miles
PASS
Mileage91,167 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,158 miles
Since last MOT+11,192 miles
PASS
Mileage79,966 miles
Since last MOT+12,719 miles
PASS
Mileage67,247 miles
Since last MOT+10,738 miles
PASS
Mileage56,509 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

RegistrationPE55 DZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PE55 DZV

What car is PE55 DZV?

PE55 DZV is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PE55 DZV?

The last recorded mileage for PE55 DZV was 133,719 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE55 DZV passed its MOT?

PE55 DZV has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2015.

Is PE55 DZV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE55 DZV 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 DZV?

PE55 DZV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.