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 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 107,789 miles on the clock, averaging 6,434 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 WR05 YNK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,789 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,832 |
| Average per year | 6,434 |
| 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 | WR05 YNK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WR05 YNK
What car is WR05 YNK?
WR05 YNK is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WR05 YNK?
The last recorded mileage for WR05 YNK was 107,789 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR05 YNK passed its MOT?
WR05 YNK has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2021.
Is WR05 YNK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR05 YNK 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 WR05 YNK?
WR05 YNK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.