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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 170,320 miles on the clock, averaging 15,960 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 YB54 VMA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,320 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,848 |
| Average per year | 15,960 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | YB54 VMA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YB54 VMA
What car is YB54 VMA?
YB54 VMA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YB54 VMA?
The last recorded mileage for YB54 VMA was 170,320 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB54 VMA passed its MOT?
YB54 VMA has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Feb 2016.
Is YB54 VMA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB54 VMA 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 YB54 VMA?
YB54 VMA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.