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 2000cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 144,204 miles on the clock, averaging 9,714 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PL05 ELJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,204 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,714 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL05 ELJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| 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 ELJ
What car is PL05 ELJ?
PL05 ELJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 ELJ was 144,204 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 ELJ passed its MOT?
PL05 ELJ has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2019.
Is PL05 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 ELJ 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 PL05 ELJ?
PL05 ELJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.