Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 141,360 miles on the clock, averaging 8,659 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 KB55 AAO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,360 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,659 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KB55 AAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KB — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KB55 AAO
What car is KB55 AAO?
KB55 AAO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KB55 AAO?
The last recorded mileage for KB55 AAO was 141,360 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KB55 AAO passed its MOT?
KB55 AAO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2020.
Is KB55 AAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KB55 AAO 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 KB55 AAO?
KB55 AAO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.