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PX55 RWJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1900cc

Blue Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1900cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1900cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 88,665 miles on the clock, averaging 5,186 miles per year, below 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 PX55 RWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,665
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,186

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading88,665 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22
Average per year5,186
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX55 RWJ 21k38k55k72k89k '08'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,665 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,643 miles
Since last MOT+3,357 miles
PASS
Mileage85,286 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,255 miles
Since last MOT+2,343 miles
PASS
Mileage82,912 miles
Since last MOT+3,226 miles
PASS
Mileage79,686 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,686 miles
Since last MOT+3,613 miles
PASS
Mileage76,073 miles
Since last MOT+4,563 miles
PASS
Mileage71,510 miles
Since last MOT+3,737 miles
PASS
Mileage67,773 miles
Since last MOT+4,619 miles
PASS
Mileage63,154 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage58,187 miles
Since last MOT+5,316 miles
PASS
Mileage52,871 miles
Since last MOT+4,560 miles
PASS
Mileage48,311 miles
Since last MOT+3,533 miles
PASS
Mileage44,778 miles
Since last MOT+9,455 miles
PASS
Mileage35,323 miles
Since last MOT+14,566 miles
PASS
Mileage20,757 miles

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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

RegistrationPX55 RWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1900cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PX55 RWJ

What car is PX55 RWJ?

PX55 RWJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.

What is the mileage of PX55 RWJ?

The last recorded mileage for PX55 RWJ was 88,665 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX55 RWJ passed its MOT?

PX55 RWJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2021.

Is PX55 RWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX55 RWJ 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 PX55 RWJ?

PX55 RWJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.