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 2000cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 236,349 miles on the clock, averaging 11,923 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YR55 GVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 236,349 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,030 |
| Average per year | 11,923 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR55 GVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| 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 GVL
What car is YR55 GVL?
YR55 GVL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR55 GVL?
The last recorded mileage for YR55 GVL was 236,349 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR55 GVL passed its MOT?
YR55 GVL has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.
Is YR55 GVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR55 GVL 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 YR55 GVL?
YR55 GVL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.