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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 37,856 miles on the clock, averaging 4,049 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for YL55 GDV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 37,856 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,476 |
| Average per year | 4,049 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL55 GDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YL55 GDV
What car is YL55 GDV?
YL55 GDV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YL55 GDV?
The last recorded mileage for YL55 GDV was 37,856 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL55 GDV passed its MOT?
YL55 GDV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Oct 2014.
Is YL55 GDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL55 GDV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is YL55 GDV?
YL55 GDV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.