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 1984cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 180,669 miles on the clock, averaging 9,528 miles per year, above 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 AO55 YCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,669 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,982 |
| Average per year | 9,528 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AO55 YCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AO55 YCL
What car is AO55 YCL?
AO55 YCL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AO55 YCL?
The last recorded mileage for AO55 YCL was 180,669 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO55 YCL passed its MOT?
AO55 YCL has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 17 Aug 2023.
Is AO55 YCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO55 YCL 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 AO55 YCL?
AO55 YCL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.