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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 190,307 miles on the clock, averaging 9,074 miles per year, above 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 PY54 LXE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 190,307 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,906 |
| Average per year | 9,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | PY54 LXE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About PY54 LXE
What car is PY54 LXE?
PY54 LXE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.
What is the mileage of PY54 LXE?
The last recorded mileage for PY54 LXE was 190,307 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY54 LXE passed its MOT?
PY54 LXE has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.
Is PY54 LXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY54 LXE 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 PY54 LXE?
PY54 LXE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.