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 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 199,867 miles on the clock, averaging 13,056 miles per year, above 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 YL55 GYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,867 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,056 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YL55 GYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YL55 GYC
What car is YL55 GYC?
YL55 GYC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YL55 GYC?
The last recorded mileage for YL55 GYC was 199,867 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL55 GYC passed its MOT?
YL55 GYC has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2021.
Is YL55 GYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL55 GYC 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 GYC?
YL55 GYC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.