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AK55 FGN

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 23,073 miles on the clock, averaging 4,816 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 AK55 FGN

MOT Status
Due date passed
23,073
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
4,816

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading23,073 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,840
Average per year4,816
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AK55 FGN 18k19k21k22k23k '08'09'08

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage23,073 miles
Since last MOT+4,840 miles
PASS
Mileage18,233 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,233 miles

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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

RegistrationAK55 FGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AK55 FGN

What car is AK55 FGN?

AK55 FGN is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.

What is the mileage of AK55 FGN?

The last recorded mileage for AK55 FGN was 23,073 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK55 FGN passed its MOT?

AK55 FGN has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Nov 2009.

Is AK55 FGN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK55 FGN 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 AK55 FGN?

AK55 FGN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.