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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 161,364 miles on the clock, averaging 8,443 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 PX05 VKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 161,364 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | PX05 VKD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PX — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PX05 VKD
What car is PX05 VKD?
PX05 VKD is a beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.
What is the mileage of PX05 VKD?
The last recorded mileage for PX05 VKD was 161,364 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PX05 VKD passed its MOT?
PX05 VKD has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2024.
Is PX05 VKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX05 VKD 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 PX05 VKD?
PX05 VKD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.