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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 106,776 miles on the clock, averaging 4,495 miles per year, well 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 VFL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 106,776 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 578 |
| Average per year | 4,495 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | PX55 VFL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PX — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PX55 VFL
What car is PX55 VFL?
PX55 VFL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.
What is the mileage of PX55 VFL?
The last recorded mileage for PX55 VFL was 106,776 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PX55 VFL passed its MOT?
PX55 VFL has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2025.
Is PX55 VFL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX55 VFL 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 VFL?
PX55 VFL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.