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 9 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 128,625 miles on the clock, averaging 7,791 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 YR55 NFG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,598 |
| Average per year | 7,791 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YR55 NFG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YR55 NFG
What car is YR55 NFG?
YR55 NFG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR55 NFG?
The last recorded mileage for YR55 NFG was 128,625 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR55 NFG passed its MOT?
YR55 NFG has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2016.
Is YR55 NFG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR55 NFG 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 NFG?
YR55 NFG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.