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 Petrol 2000cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 108,051 miles on the clock, averaging 6,033 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for PL05 CXP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,051 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,033 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL05 CXP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PL05 CXP
What car is PL05 CXP?
PL05 CXP is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 CXP?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 CXP was 108,051 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 CXP passed its MOT?
PL05 CXP has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2022.
Is PL05 CXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 CXP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PL05 CXP?
PL05 CXP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.