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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 115,555 miles on the clock, averaging 5,288 miles per year, below 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 YB54 XAJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,555 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 5,288 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | YB54 XAJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YB54 XAJ
What car is YB54 XAJ?
YB54 XAJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YB54 XAJ?
The last recorded mileage for YB54 XAJ was 115,555 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB54 XAJ passed its MOT?
YB54 XAJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.
Is YB54 XAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB54 XAJ 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 YB54 XAJ?
YB54 XAJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.