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PX55 VJN

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
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 1896cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 98,595 miles on the clock, averaging 3,715 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 VJN

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,595
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2008
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
3,715

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading98,595 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,762
Average per year3,715
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PX55 VJN 95k96k97k98k99k '08'09

Check PX55 VJN

Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,595 miles
Since last MOT+3,762 miles
PASS
Mileage94,833 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 VJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PX55 VJN

What car is PX55 VJN?

PX55 VJN is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.

What is the mileage of PX55 VJN?

The last recorded mileage for PX55 VJN was 98,595 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX55 VJN passed its MOT?

PX55 VJN has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2009.

Is PX55 VJN ULEZ compliant?

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

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