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 Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 194,145 miles on the clock, averaging 9,677 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 YP55 CSY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 194,145 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,677 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | YP55 CSY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YP55 CSY
What car is YP55 CSY?
YP55 CSY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YP55 CSY?
The last recorded mileage for YP55 CSY was 194,145 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP55 CSY passed its MOT?
YP55 CSY has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2021.
Is YP55 CSY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP55 CSY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YP55 CSY?
YP55 CSY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.