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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 198,847 miles on the clock, averaging 12,460 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 KC55 CSZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,847 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,460 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | KC55 CSZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KC55 CSZ
What car is KC55 CSZ?
KC55 CSZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KC55 CSZ?
The last recorded mileage for KC55 CSZ was 198,847 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC55 CSZ passed its MOT?
KC55 CSZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2022.
Is KC55 CSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC55 CSZ 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 KC55 CSZ?
KC55 CSZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.