Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 119,645 miles on the clock, averaging 6,187 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 PK05 EBC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,645 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,975 |
| Average per year | 6,187 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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.
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
| Registration | PK05 EBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PK05 EBC
What car is PK05 EBC?
PK05 EBC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PK05 EBC?
The last recorded mileage for PK05 EBC was 119,645 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK05 EBC passed its MOT?
PK05 EBC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2019.
Is PK05 EBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK05 EBC 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 PK05 EBC?
PK05 EBC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.