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 Petrol 1984cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 143,255 miles on the clock, averaging 9,168 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for YN55 WXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,643 |
| Average per year | 9,168 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YN55 WXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YN — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YN55 WXW
What car is YN55 WXW?
YN55 WXW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YN55 WXW?
The last recorded mileage for YN55 WXW was 143,255 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YN55 WXW passed its MOT?
YN55 WXW has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2019.
Is YN55 WXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YN55 WXW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YN55 WXW?
YN55 WXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.