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 1900cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 167,382 miles on the clock, averaging 4,579 miles per year, well below 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 GF55 JYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 167,382 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,579 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | GF55 JYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GF55 JYC
What car is GF55 JYC?
GF55 JYC is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GF55 JYC?
The last recorded mileage for GF55 JYC was 167,382 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF55 JYC passed its MOT?
GF55 JYC has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2019.
Is GF55 JYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF55 JYC 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 GF55 JYC?
GF55 JYC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.