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 Petrol 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 89,317 miles on the clock, averaging 5,231 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for MJ05 YFO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,317 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 5,231 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MJ05 YFO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MJ05 YFO
What car is MJ05 YFO?
MJ05 YFO is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MJ05 YFO?
The last recorded mileage for MJ05 YFO was 89,317 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ05 YFO passed its MOT?
MJ05 YFO has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Aug 2020.
Is MJ05 YFO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ05 YFO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MJ05 YFO?
MJ05 YFO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.