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PK05 EEA

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 1896cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 31,869 miles on the clock, averaging 10,729 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 PK05 EEA

MOT Status
Due date passed
31,869
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2008
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
10,729

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading31,869 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,196
Average per year10,729
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PK05 EEA 21k23k26k29k32k '08'09

Check PK05 EEA

Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage31,869 miles
Since last MOT+11,196 miles
PASS
Mileage20,673 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

RegistrationPK05 EEA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PK05 EEA

What car is PK05 EEA?

PK05 EEA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PK05 EEA?

The last recorded mileage for PK05 EEA was 31,869 miles, recorded on 7 May 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK05 EEA passed its MOT?

PK05 EEA has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2009.

Is PK05 EEA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK05 EEA 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 EEA?

PK05 EEA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.