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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 122,325 miles on the clock, averaging 8,715 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 GF55 YJT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 122,325 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,007 |
| Average per year | 8,715 |
| 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 | GF55 YJT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 YJT
What car is GF55 YJT?
GF55 YJT is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GF55 YJT?
The last recorded mileage for GF55 YJT was 122,325 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF55 YJT passed its MOT?
GF55 YJT has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2021.
Is GF55 YJT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF55 YJT 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 YJT?
GF55 YJT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.