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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 195,424 miles on the clock, averaging 8,329 miles per year, around 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 WFO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 195,424 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,962 |
| Average per year | 8,329 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 WFO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YP55 WFO
What car is YP55 WFO?
YP55 WFO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YP55 WFO?
The last recorded mileage for YP55 WFO was 195,424 miles, recorded on 23 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP55 WFO passed its MOT?
YP55 WFO has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 23 May 2025.
Is YP55 WFO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP55 WFO 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 YP55 WFO?
YP55 WFO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.