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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 152,112 miles on the clock, averaging 13,239 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 PF05 ORU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,112 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,741 |
| Average per year | 13,239 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | PF05 ORU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PF05 ORU
What car is PF05 ORU?
PF05 ORU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PF05 ORU?
The last recorded mileage for PF05 ORU was 152,112 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF05 ORU passed its MOT?
PF05 ORU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Apr 2015.
Is PF05 ORU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF05 ORU 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 PF05 ORU?
PF05 ORU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.