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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 160,551 miles on the clock, averaging 9,840 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 YA55 YPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,551 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 93 |
| Average per year | 9,840 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 YPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YA55 YPY
What car is YA55 YPY?
YA55 YPY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2006.
What is the mileage of YA55 YPY?
The last recorded mileage for YA55 YPY was 160,551 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA55 YPY passed its MOT?
YA55 YPY has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2023.
Is YA55 YPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA55 YPY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, 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 YPY?
YA55 YPY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.