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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 77,940 miles on the clock, averaging 4,834 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for YR05 MBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,940 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,390 |
| Average per year | 4,834 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR05 MBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YR05 MBX
What car is YR05 MBX?
YR05 MBX is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR05 MBX?
The last recorded mileage for YR05 MBX was 77,940 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR05 MBX passed its MOT?
YR05 MBX has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2019.
Is YR05 MBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR05 MBX 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 YR05 MBX?
YR05 MBX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.