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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 141,711 miles on the clock, averaging 7,584 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 FYM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,711 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 106 |
| Average per year | 7,584 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 FYM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YR05 FYM
What car is YR05 FYM?
YR05 FYM is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR05 FYM?
The last recorded mileage for YR05 FYM was 141,711 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR05 FYM passed its MOT?
YR05 FYM has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2015.
Is YR05 FYM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR05 FYM 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 FYM?
YR05 FYM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.