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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 2000cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 116,706 miles on the clock, averaging 7,583 miles per year, around 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 RY55 YYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,706 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12 |
| Average per year | 7,583 |
| 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 | RY55 YYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RY55 YYL
What car is RY55 YYL?
RY55 YYL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RY55 YYL?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 YYL was 116,706 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 YYL passed its MOT?
RY55 YYL has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2023.
Is RY55 YYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 YYL 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 RY55 YYL?
RY55 YYL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.