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 1900cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 177,520 miles on the clock, averaging 10,236 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 YC05 CXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,520 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,878 |
| Average per year | 10,236 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YC05 CXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YC05 CXR
What car is YC05 CXR?
YC05 CXR is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YC05 CXR?
The last recorded mileage for YC05 CXR was 177,520 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC05 CXR passed its MOT?
YC05 CXR has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2023.
Is YC05 CXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC05 CXR 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 YC05 CXR?
YC05 CXR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.