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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 149,282 miles on the clock, averaging 7,786 miles per year, around 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 KA05 JAM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 149,282 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,786 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KA05 JAM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KA — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KA05 JAM
What car is KA05 JAM?
KA05 JAM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2009.
What is the mileage of KA05 JAM?
The last recorded mileage for KA05 JAM was 149,282 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KA05 JAM passed its MOT?
KA05 JAM has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2025.
Is KA05 JAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KA05 JAM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KA05 JAM?
KA05 JAM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.