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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 116,395 miles on the clock, averaging 6,596 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 YA55 OFX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,357 |
| Average per year | 6,596 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | YA55 OFX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YA55 OFX
What car is YA55 OFX?
YA55 OFX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YA55 OFX?
The last recorded mileage for YA55 OFX was 116,395 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA55 OFX passed its MOT?
YA55 OFX has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2023.
Is YA55 OFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA55 OFX 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 YA55 OFX?
YA55 OFX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.