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PJ55 GEY

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 97,400 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 PJ55 GEY

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,400
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2008
50%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading97,400 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyUnknown
Mileage over time for PJ55 GEY 97k97k97k97k97k '08'08

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,400 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,400 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

RegistrationPJ55 GEY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PJ55 GEY

What car is PJ55 GEY?

PJ55 GEY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PJ55 GEY?

The last recorded mileage for PJ55 GEY was 97,400 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ55 GEY passed its MOT?

PJ55 GEY has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Dec 2008.

Is PJ55 GEY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ55 GEY 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 PJ55 GEY?

PJ55 GEY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.