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 2020 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 36,992 miles on the clock, averaging 5,967 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for OY20 YLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 36,992 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,112 |
| Average per year | 5,967 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY20 YLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2020 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 20 — March 2020 to August 2020 |
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About OY20 YLM
What car is OY20 YLM?
OY20 YLM is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Oxford in 2020.
What is the mileage of OY20 YLM?
The last recorded mileage for OY20 YLM was 36,992 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY20 YLM passed its MOT?
OY20 YLM has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.
Is OY20 YLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY20 YLM is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is OY20 YLM?
OY20 YLM is approximately 6 years old. Age identifier 20 means registered between 1 March 2020 and 31 August 2020.