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PJ55 YKF

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 195,477 miles on the clock, averaging 9,561 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 YKF

MOT Status
Due date passed
195,477
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2009
70%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
9,561

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading195,477 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year9,561
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PJ55 YKF 41k79k118k157k195k '09'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage195,477 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage195,472 miles
Since last MOT+10,859 miles
PASS
Mileage184,613 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,607 miles
Since last MOT+10,794 miles
PASS
Mileage173,813 miles
Since last MOT+6,361 miles
PASS
Mileage167,452 miles
Since last MOT+10,439 miles
PASS
Mileage157,013 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,937 miles
Since last MOT+15,564 miles
PASS
Mileage141,373 miles
Since last MOT+14,104 miles
PASS
Mileage127,269 miles
Since last MOT+10,836 miles
PASS
Mileage116,433 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,433 miles
Since last MOT+5,444 miles
PASS
Mileage110,989 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,989 miles
Since last MOT+6,671 miles
PASS
Mileage104,318 miles
Since last MOT+7,375 miles
PASS
Mileage96,943 miles
Since last MOT+80 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,863 miles
Since last MOT+12,513 miles
PASS
Mileage84,350 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,350 miles
Since last MOT+17,487 miles
PASS
Mileage66,863 miles
Since last MOT+9,811 miles
PASS
Mileage57,052 miles
Since last MOT+8,418 miles
PASS
Mileage48,634 miles
Since last MOT+8,131 miles
PASS
Mileage40,503 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 YKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PJ55 YKF

What car is PJ55 YKF?

PJ55 YKF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.

What is the mileage of PJ55 YKF?

The last recorded mileage for PJ55 YKF was 195,477 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ55 YKF passed its MOT?

PJ55 YKF has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2025.

Is PJ55 YKF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ55 YKF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, 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 YKF?

PJ55 YKF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.