Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
VA05 PXM

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 183,750 miles on the clock, averaging 10,757 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 VA05 PXM

MOT Status
Due date passed
183,750
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,757

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading183,750 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,757
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VA05 PXM 69k98k126k155k184k '08'19'14

Check VA05 PXM

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage183,750 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage183,750 miles
Since last MOT+10,856 miles
PASS
Mileage172,894 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
PASS
Mileage172,879 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,879 miles
Since last MOT+12,045 miles
PASS
Mileage160,834 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,834 miles
Since last MOT+14,563 miles
PASS
Mileage146,271 miles
Since last MOT+3,240 miles
PASS
Mileage143,031 miles
Since last MOT+2,833 miles
PASS
Mileage140,198 miles
Since last MOT+3,886 miles
PASS
Mileage136,312 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,312 miles
Since last MOT+5,455 miles
PASS
Mileage130,857 miles
Since last MOT+3,430 miles
PASS
Mileage127,427 miles
Since last MOT+25,252 miles
PASS
Mileage102,175 miles
Since last MOT+33,168 miles
PASS
Mileage69,007 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,007 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA05 PXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeVA — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

More VA05 P plates

Browse all VA05 P registrations from Worcester.

About VA05 PXM

What car is VA05 PXM?

VA05 PXM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.

What is the mileage of VA05 PXM?

The last recorded mileage for VA05 PXM was 183,750 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VA05 PXM passed its MOT?

VA05 PXM has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2019.

Is VA05 PXM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA05 PXM 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 VA05 PXM?

VA05 PXM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.