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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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 76,015 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for PE55 RSU
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 RSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 RSU
What car is PE55 RSU?
PE55 RSU is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PE55 RSU?
The last recorded mileage for PE55 RSU was 76,015 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE55 RSU passed its MOT?
PE55 RSU has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2008.
Is PE55 RSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE55 RSU 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 RSU?
PE55 RSU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.