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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 99,818 miles on the clock, averaging 4,082 miles per year, well below 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 VSN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,818 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,549 |
| Average per year | 4,082 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 VSN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VSN
What car is YR55 VSN?
YR55 VSN is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR55 VSN?
The last recorded mileage for YR55 VSN was 99,818 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR55 VSN passed its MOT?
YR55 VSN has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2026.
Is YR55 VSN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR55 VSN 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 VSN?
YR55 VSN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.