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FY55 KFO

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 48,117 miles on the clock, averaging 11,932 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 FY55 KFO

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,117
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2008
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
11,932

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading48,117 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,127
Average per year11,932
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FY55 KFO 36k39k42k45k48k '08'09

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,117 miles
Since last MOT+12,127 miles
PASS
Mileage35,990 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

RegistrationFY55 KFO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FY55 KFO

What car is FY55 KFO?

FY55 KFO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.

What is the mileage of FY55 KFO?

The last recorded mileage for FY55 KFO was 48,117 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY55 KFO passed its MOT?

FY55 KFO has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2009.

Is FY55 KFO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY55 KFO 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 FY55 KFO?

FY55 KFO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.