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 1900cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 208,450 miles on the clock, averaging 15,971 miles per year, above 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 YA05 PYY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 208,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 15,971 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | YA05 PYY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YA05 PYY
What car is YA05 PYY?
YA05 PYY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YA05 PYY?
The last recorded mileage for YA05 PYY was 208,450 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA05 PYY passed its MOT?
YA05 PYY has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2014.
Is YA05 PYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA05 PYY 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 YA05 PYY?
YA05 PYY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.