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 Diesel 2000cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 103,785 miles on the clock, averaging 9,465 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YL55 GVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 103,785 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,465 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL55 GVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YL55 GVW
What car is YL55 GVW?
YL55 GVW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YL55 GVW?
The last recorded mileage for YL55 GVW was 103,785 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL55 GVW passed its MOT?
YL55 GVW has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2016.
Is YL55 GVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL55 GVW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YL55 GVW?
YL55 GVW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.