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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 64,363 miles on the clock, averaging 15,529 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 YT55 WUO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 64,363 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,305 |
| Average per year | 15,529 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | YT55 WUO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YT55 WUO
What car is YT55 WUO?
YT55 WUO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YT55 WUO?
The last recorded mileage for YT55 WUO was 64,363 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT55 WUO passed its MOT?
YT55 WUO has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 10 Sep 2010.
Is YT55 WUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT55 WUO 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 YT55 WUO?
YT55 WUO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.