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 2000cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 164,700 miles on the clock, averaging 6,779 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for OY05 YBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 164,700 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,211 |
| Average per year | 6,779 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY05 YBJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OY05 YBJ
What car is OY05 YBJ?
OY05 YBJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY05 YBJ?
The last recorded mileage for OY05 YBJ was 164,700 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY05 YBJ passed its MOT?
OY05 YBJ has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.
Is OY05 YBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY05 YBJ 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 OY05 YBJ?
OY05 YBJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.