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 Petrol 2000cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 113,461 miles on the clock, averaging 5,097 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for PY05 DFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,461 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,274 |
| Average per year | 5,097 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PY05 DFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PY05 DFV
What car is PY05 DFV?
PY05 DFV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.
What is the mileage of PY05 DFV?
The last recorded mileage for PY05 DFV was 113,461 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY05 DFV passed its MOT?
PY05 DFV has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2020.
Is PY05 DFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY05 DFV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PY05 DFV?
PY05 DFV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.