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 2000cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 146,872 miles on the clock, averaging 7,303 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GY05 YWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,872 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,331 |
| Average per year | 7,303 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY05 YWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GY05 YWL
What car is GY05 YWL?
GY05 YWL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GY05 YWL?
The last recorded mileage for GY05 YWL was 146,872 miles, recorded on 10 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY05 YWL passed its MOT?
GY05 YWL has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2024.
Is GY05 YWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY05 YWL 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 GY05 YWL?
GY05 YWL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.