2005 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · YN55 AEB
2005 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 141,878 miles. MOT expired on 14 Apr 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,878 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YN55 AEB Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2025
- 141,878 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YN55 AEB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Golf (YN55 AEB) between September 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
YN55 AEB Mileage History
- 13/09/2022127,407 mi
- 18/03/2024133,590 mi+6,183 mi
- 16/04/2025141,878 mi+8,288 mi
- 16/04/2025141,878 mi
Average of roughly 5,586 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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