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PJ55 YHR

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 121,649 miles on the clock, averaging 5,430 miles per year, 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 YHR

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
121,649
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,430

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
7

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,649 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,192
Average per year5,430
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ55 YHR 29k52k75k99k122k '09'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,649 miles
Since last MOT+2,192 miles
PASS
Mileage119,457 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,457 miles
Since last MOT+3,711 miles
PASS
Mileage115,746 miles
Since last MOT+4,771 miles
PASS
Mileage110,975 miles
Since last MOT+5,107 miles
PASS
Mileage105,868 miles
Since last MOT+6,226 miles
PASS
Mileage99,642 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,574 miles
Since last MOT+7,061 miles
PASS
Mileage92,513 miles
Since last MOT+7,510 miles
PASS
Mileage85,003 miles
Since last MOT+1,218 miles
PASS
Mileage83,785 miles
Since last MOT+8,641 miles
PASS
Mileage75,144 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,144 miles
Since last MOT+3,812 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,332 miles
Since last MOT+7,544 miles
PASS
Mileage63,788 miles
Since last MOT+6,362 miles
PASS
Mileage57,426 miles
Since last MOT+5,982 miles
PASS
Mileage51,444 miles
Since last MOT+8,239 miles
PASS
Mileage43,205 miles
Since last MOT+14,043 miles
PASS
Mileage29,162 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,146 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 YHR
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 YHR

What car is PJ55 YHR?

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

What is the mileage of PJ55 YHR?

The last recorded mileage for PJ55 YHR was 121,649 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ55 YHR passed its MOT?

PJ55 YHR has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.

Is PJ55 YHR ULEZ compliant?

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

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