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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 116,549 miles on the clock, averaging 4,624 miles per year, well below 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 YY55 RLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 116,549 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,048 |
| Average per year | 4,624 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | YY55 RLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YY55 RLV
What car is YY55 RLV?
YY55 RLV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2006.
What is the mileage of YY55 RLV?
The last recorded mileage for YY55 RLV was 116,549 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY55 RLV passed its MOT?
YY55 RLV has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2026.
Is YY55 RLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY55 RLV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YY55 RLV?
YY55 RLV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.