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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 214,588 miles on the clock, averaging 17,264 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 WVD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 214,588 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,333 |
| Average per year | 17,264 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 WVD |
| 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 WVD
What car is PF05 WVD?
PF05 WVD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PF05 WVD?
The last recorded mileage for PF05 WVD was 214,588 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF05 WVD passed its MOT?
PF05 WVD has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2017.
Is PF05 WVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF05 WVD 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 WVD?
PF05 WVD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.