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 2000cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 184,009 miles on the clock, averaging 11,390 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for YA05 XBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,009 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,109 |
| Average per year | 11,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YA05 XBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YA05 XBY
What car is YA05 XBY?
YA05 XBY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YA05 XBY?
The last recorded mileage for YA05 XBY was 184,009 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA05 XBY passed its MOT?
YA05 XBY has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2022.
Is YA05 XBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA05 XBY 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 YA05 XBY?
YA05 XBY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.