Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 188,554 miles on the clock, averaging 12,788 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 YX55 VPO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,554 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,626 |
| Average per year | 12,788 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | YX55 VPO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YX — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YX55 VPO
What car is YX55 VPO?
YX55 VPO is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Beverley in 2005.
What is the mileage of YX55 VPO?
The last recorded mileage for YX55 VPO was 188,554 miles, recorded on 1 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YX55 VPO passed its MOT?
YX55 VPO has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2018.
Is YX55 VPO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YX55 VPO 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 YX55 VPO?
YX55 VPO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.