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PJ55 TFV

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1900cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1900cc
ColourSilver
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 1900cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 93,956 miles on the clock, averaging 10,812 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 PJ55 TFV

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,956
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
10,812

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading93,956 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,006
Average per year10,812
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PJ55 TFV 12k33k53k74k94k '08'16'12

Check PJ55 TFV

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,956 miles
Since last MOT+12,006 miles
PASS
Mileage81,950 miles
Since last MOT+11,668 miles
PASS
Mileage70,282 miles
Since last MOT+11,038 miles
PASS
Mileage59,244 miles
Since last MOT+10,580 miles
PASS
Mileage48,664 miles
Since last MOT+9,902 miles
PASS
Mileage38,762 miles
Since last MOT+2,015 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,747 miles
Since last MOT+3,224 miles
PASS
Mileage33,523 miles
Since last MOT+11,003 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,520 miles
Since last MOT+10,089 miles
PASS
Mileage12,431 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 TFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1900cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PJ55 TFV

What car is PJ55 TFV?

PJ55 TFV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PJ55 TFV?

The last recorded mileage for PJ55 TFV was 93,956 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ55 TFV passed its MOT?

PJ55 TFV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2016.

Is PJ55 TFV ULEZ compliant?

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

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