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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1984cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 69,743 miles on the clock, averaging 3,282 miles per year, well 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 EU55 YXJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,743 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,282 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | EU55 YXJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EU55 YXJ
What car is EU55 YXJ?
EU55 YXJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EU55 YXJ?
The last recorded mileage for EU55 YXJ was 69,743 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU55 YXJ passed its MOT?
EU55 YXJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2019.
Is EU55 YXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU55 YXJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EU55 YXJ?
EU55 YXJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.