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 2000cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 166,545 miles on the clock, averaging 10,553 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for WF05 YLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,545 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,553 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WF05 YLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WF — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WF05 YLJ
What car is WF05 YLJ?
WF05 YLJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.
What is the mileage of WF05 YLJ?
The last recorded mileage for WF05 YLJ was 166,545 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF05 YLJ passed its MOT?
WF05 YLJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2021.
Is WF05 YLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF05 YLJ 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 WF05 YLJ?
WF05 YLJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.