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 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 77,791 miles on the clock, averaging 2,992 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MK55 YBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,791 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,183 |
| Average per year | 2,992 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK55 YBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MK55 YBU
What car is MK55 YBU?
MK55 YBU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MK55 YBU?
The last recorded mileage for MK55 YBU was 77,791 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK55 YBU passed its MOT?
MK55 YBU has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2025.
Is MK55 YBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK55 YBU 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 MK55 YBU?
MK55 YBU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.