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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 83,571 miles on the clock, averaging 8,818 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 YX05 WYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 83,571 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,820 |
| Average per year | 8,818 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | YX05 WYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YX — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YX05 WYD
What car is YX05 WYD?
YX05 WYD is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Beverley in 2005.
What is the mileage of YX05 WYD?
The last recorded mileage for YX05 WYD was 83,571 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YX05 WYD passed its MOT?
YX05 WYD has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Jun 2013.
Is YX05 WYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YX05 WYD 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 YX05 WYD?
YX05 WYD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.