Vehicle summary
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 176,034 miles on the clock, averaging 9,993 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 PK55 RMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,034 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 9,993 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | PK55 RMX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PK55 RMX
What car is PK55 RMX?
PK55 RMX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PK55 RMX?
The last recorded mileage for PK55 RMX was 176,034 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK55 RMX passed its MOT?
PK55 RMX has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2021.
Is PK55 RMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK55 RMX 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 PK55 RMX?
PK55 RMX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.