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 2000cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 149,989 miles on the clock, averaging 11,614 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for YR55 GUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,989 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 11,614 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR55 GUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YR55 GUW
What car is YR55 GUW?
YR55 GUW is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR55 GUW?
The last recorded mileage for YR55 GUW was 149,989 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR55 GUW passed its MOT?
YR55 GUW has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2016.
Is YR55 GUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR55 GUW 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 YR55 GUW?
YR55 GUW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.