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 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 131,368 miles on the clock, averaging 11,642 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for PL05 EAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,368 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,642 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL05 EAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PL05 EAE
What car is PL05 EAE?
PL05 EAE is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 EAE?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 EAE was 131,368 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 EAE passed its MOT?
PL05 EAE has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2017.
Is PL05 EAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 EAE 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 EAE?
PL05 EAE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.