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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 82,128 miles on the clock, averaging 5,508 miles per year, below 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 YF05 EJK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,128 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,508 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 EJK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 EJK
What car is YF05 EJK?
YF05 EJK is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YF05 EJK?
The last recorded mileage for YF05 EJK was 82,128 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YF05 EJK passed its MOT?
YF05 EJK has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2018.
Is YF05 EJK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YF05 EJK 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 EJK?
YF05 EJK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.