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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 153,474 miles on the clock, averaging 8,709 miles per year, around 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 SPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 153,474 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,757 |
| Average per year | 8,709 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 SPV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 SPV
What car is PK55 SPV?
PK55 SPV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PK55 SPV?
The last recorded mileage for PK55 SPV was 153,474 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK55 SPV passed its MOT?
PK55 SPV has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 14 Oct 2022.
Is PK55 SPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK55 SPV 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 SPV?
PK55 SPV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.