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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 144,289 miles on the clock, averaging 9,501 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 AF55 YHS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,289 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,003 |
| Average per year | 9,501 |
| 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.
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 | AF55 YHS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AF55 YHS
What car is AF55 YHS?
AF55 YHS is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AF55 YHS?
The last recorded mileage for AF55 YHS was 144,289 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF55 YHS passed its MOT?
AF55 YHS has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2021.
Is AF55 YHS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF55 YHS 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 AF55 YHS?
AF55 YHS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.