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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 154,452 miles on the clock, averaging 8,823 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 XLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,452 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,823 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 XLZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 XLZ
What car is YR55 XLZ?
YR55 XLZ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR55 XLZ?
The last recorded mileage for YR55 XLZ was 154,452 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR55 XLZ passed its MOT?
YR55 XLZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2019.
Is YR55 XLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR55 XLZ 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 XLZ?
YR55 XLZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.