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 1900cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 158,209 miles on the clock, averaging 8,227 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 YR05 AEE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,209 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -148 |
| Average per year | 8,227 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | YR05 AEE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YR05 AEE
What car is YR05 AEE?
YR05 AEE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR05 AEE?
The last recorded mileage for YR05 AEE was 158,209 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR05 AEE passed its MOT?
YR05 AEE has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2018.
Is YR05 AEE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR05 AEE 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 YR05 AEE?
YR05 AEE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.