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 1968cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 207,145 miles on the clock, averaging 9,871 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YL05 DMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 207,145 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 481 |
| Average per year | 9,871 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL05 DMX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YL05 DMX
What car is YL05 DMX?
YL05 DMX is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YL05 DMX?
The last recorded mileage for YL05 DMX was 207,145 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL05 DMX passed its MOT?
YL05 DMX has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2022.
Is YL05 DMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL05 DMX 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 YL05 DMX?
YL05 DMX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.