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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for YF05 EFC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,111 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,213 |
| Average per year | 11,714 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YF05 EFC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YF — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YF05 EFC
What car is YF05 EFC?
YF05 EFC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
Has YF05 EFC passed its MOT?
YF05 EFC has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 2 Jul 2021.
Is YF05 EFC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YF05 EFC 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 YF05 EFC?
YF05 EFC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.