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 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 179,960 miles on the clock, averaging 8,620 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 SJ55 YTB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 179,960 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,682 |
| Average per year | 8,620 |
| 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 | SJ55 YTB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SJ55 YTB
What car is SJ55 YTB?
SJ55 YTB is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SJ55 YTB?
The last recorded mileage for SJ55 YTB was 179,960 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ55 YTB passed its MOT?
SJ55 YTB has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2026.
Is SJ55 YTB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ55 YTB 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 SJ55 YTB?
SJ55 YTB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.