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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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 172,800 miles on the clock, averaging 10,602 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 YM55 GCO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,800 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,259 |
| Average per year | 10,602 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YM55 GCO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YM55 GCO
What car is YM55 GCO?
YM55 GCO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YM55 GCO?
The last recorded mileage for YM55 GCO was 172,800 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM55 GCO passed its MOT?
YM55 GCO has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Feb 2022.
Is YM55 GCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM55 GCO 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 YM55 GCO?
YM55 GCO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.