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 Petrol 2000cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 171,928 miles on the clock, averaging 9,136 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for PF05 XMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,928 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,900 |
| Average per year | 9,136 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PF05 XMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PF05 XMU
What car is PF05 XMU?
PF05 XMU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PF05 XMU?
The last recorded mileage for PF05 XMU was 171,928 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF05 XMU passed its MOT?
PF05 XMU has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Mar 2024.
Is PF05 XMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF05 XMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PF05 XMU?
PF05 XMU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.