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 Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 85,165 miles on the clock, averaging 6,453 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for SN05 YFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,165 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,911 |
| Average per year | 6,453 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SN05 YFA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SN05 YFA
What car is SN05 YFA?
SN05 YFA is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SN05 YFA?
The last recorded mileage for SN05 YFA was 85,165 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN05 YFA passed its MOT?
SN05 YFA has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2019.
Is SN05 YFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN05 YFA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SN05 YFA?
SN05 YFA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.