Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 181,448 miles on the clock, averaging 8,030 miles per year, around 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 YC04 ABC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 181,448 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,030 |
| 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 | YC04 ABC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About YC04 ABC
What car is YC04 ABC?
YC04 ABC is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YC04 ABC?
The last recorded mileage for YC04 ABC was 181,448 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC04 ABC passed its MOT?
YC04 ABC has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2024.
Is YC04 ABC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC04 ABC 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 YC04 ABC?
YC04 ABC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.