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 1900cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 192,896 miles on the clock, averaging 12,292 miles per year, above 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 NFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 192,896 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,292 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 NFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YR55 NFJ
What car is YR55 NFJ?
YR55 NFJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR55 NFJ?
The last recorded mileage for YR55 NFJ was 192,896 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR55 NFJ passed its MOT?
YR55 NFJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2020.
Is YR55 NFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR55 NFJ 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 NFJ?
YR55 NFJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.