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 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 149,091 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for WM05 YBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 149,091 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WM05 YBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WM05 YBY
What car is WM05 YBY?
WM05 YBY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WM05 YBY?
The last recorded mileage for WM05 YBY was 149,091 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM05 YBY passed its MOT?
WM05 YBY has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2020.
Is WM05 YBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM05 YBY 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 WM05 YBY?
WM05 YBY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.