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 1980cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for PJ55 KBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,324 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,098 |
| Average per year | 4,505 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | PJ55 KBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1980cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PJ55 KBU
What car is PJ55 KBU?
PJ55 KBU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1980cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
Has PJ55 KBU passed its MOT?
PJ55 KBU has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2021.
Is PJ55 KBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ55 KBU 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 PJ55 KBU?
PJ55 KBU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.