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PJ55 XAX

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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 91,782 miles on the clock, averaging 3,734 miles per year, well below 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 XAX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
91,782
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2008
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
3,734

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading91,782 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,734
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ55 XAX 28k44k60k76k92k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,782 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,782 miles
Since last MOT+2,235 miles
PASS
Mileage89,547 miles
Since last MOT+2,255 miles
PASS
Mileage87,292 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,292 miles
Since last MOT+3,336 miles
PASS
Mileage83,956 miles
Since last MOT+2,213 miles
PASS
Mileage81,743 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,690 miles
Since last MOT+2,472 miles
PASS
Mileage79,218 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,218 miles
Since last MOT+1,171 miles
PASS
Mileage78,047 miles
Since last MOT+3,245 miles
PASS
Mileage74,802 miles
Since last MOT+1,839 miles
PASS
Mileage72,963 miles
Since last MOT+1,611 miles
PASS
Mileage71,352 miles
Since last MOT+2,234 miles
PASS
Mileage69,118 miles
Since last MOT+3,627 miles
PASS
Mileage65,491 miles
Since last MOT+3,723 miles
PASS
Mileage61,768 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,768 miles
Since last MOT+2,400 miles
PASS
Mileage59,368 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,368 miles
Since last MOT+5,582 miles
PASS
Mileage53,786 miles
Since last MOT+8,621 miles
PASS
Mileage45,165 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,165 miles
Since last MOT+7,950 miles
PASS
Mileage37,215 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,215 miles
Since last MOT+9,267 miles
PASS
Mileage27,948 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 XAX
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 XAX

What car is PJ55 XAX?

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

What is the mileage of PJ55 XAX?

The last recorded mileage for PJ55 XAX was 91,782 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ55 XAX passed its MOT?

PJ55 XAX has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.

Is PJ55 XAX ULEZ compliant?

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

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