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 157,042 miles on the clock, averaging 7,427 miles per year, around 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 YF05 YLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 157,042 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,427 |
| 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 | YF05 YLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YF — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YF05 YLM
What car is YF05 YLM?
YF05 YLM is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YF05 YLM?
The last recorded mileage for YF05 YLM was 157,042 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YF05 YLM passed its MOT?
YF05 YLM has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2026.
Is YF05 YLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YF05 YLM 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 YF05 YLM?
YF05 YLM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.