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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 119,493 miles on the clock, averaging 7,539 miles per year, around 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 FY55 YJO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 119,493 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,747 |
| Average per year | 7,539 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | FY55 YJO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About FY55 YJO
What car is FY55 YJO?
FY55 YJO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FY55 YJO?
The last recorded mileage for FY55 YJO was 119,493 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY55 YJO passed its MOT?
FY55 YJO has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Dec 2022.
Is FY55 YJO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY55 YJO 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 FY55 YJO?
FY55 YJO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.