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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 143,312 miles on the clock, averaging 7,009 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PL05 HWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,312 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 7,009 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL05 HWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 HWU
What car is PL05 HWU?
PL05 HWU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 HWU?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 HWU was 143,312 miles, recorded on 12 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 HWU passed its MOT?
PL05 HWU has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2025.
Is PL05 HWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 HWU 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 HWU?
PL05 HWU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.