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PF05 TSZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 136,796 miles on the clock, averaging 13,808 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 TSZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,796
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2008
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
13,808

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading136,796 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16
Average per year13,808
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF05 TSZ 38k62k87k112k137k '08'15'12

Check PF05 TSZ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,796 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,780 miles
Since last MOT+13,058 miles
PASS
Mileage123,722 miles
Since last MOT+19,802 miles
PASS
Mileage103,920 miles
Since last MOT+22,309 miles
PASS
Mileage81,611 miles
Since last MOT+19,361 miles
PASS
Mileage62,250 miles
Since last MOT+18,672 miles
PASS
Mileage43,578 miles
Since last MOT+4,628 miles
PASS
Mileage38,950 miles
Since last MOT+1,242 miles
PASS
Mileage37,708 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

RegistrationPF05 TSZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PF05 TSZ

What car is PF05 TSZ?

PF05 TSZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PF05 TSZ?

The last recorded mileage for PF05 TSZ was 136,796 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF05 TSZ passed its MOT?

PF05 TSZ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Aug 2015.

Is PF05 TSZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF05 TSZ 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 TSZ?

PF05 TSZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.