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KC55 VKN

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 233,260 miles on the clock, averaging 13,918 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 VKN

MOT Status
Due date passed
233,260
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
13,918

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading233,260 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,918
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KC55 VKN 38k87k136k184k233k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage233,260 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage233,260 miles
Since last MOT+636 miles
FAIL
Mileage232,624 miles
Since last MOT+27,187 miles
PASS
Mileage205,437 miles
Since last MOT+8,038 miles
PASS
Mileage197,399 miles
Since last MOT+3,601 miles
PASS
Mileage193,798 miles
Since last MOT+5,106 miles
PASS
Mileage188,692 miles
Since last MOT+6,859 miles
PASS
Mileage181,833 miles
Since last MOT+6,035 miles
PASS
Mileage175,798 miles
Since last MOT+14,010 miles
PASS
Mileage161,788 miles
Since last MOT+20,973 miles
PASS
Mileage140,815 miles
Since last MOT+18,808 miles
PASS
Mileage122,007 miles
Since last MOT+17,372 miles
PASS
Mileage104,635 miles
Since last MOT+19,463 miles
PASS
Mileage85,172 miles
Since last MOT+17,342 miles
PASS
Mileage67,830 miles
Since last MOT+16,829 miles
PASS
Mileage51,001 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,001 miles
Since last MOT+13,067 miles
PASS
Mileage37,934 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

RegistrationKC55 VKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About KC55 VKN

What car is KC55 VKN?

KC55 VKN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KC55 VKN?

The last recorded mileage for KC55 VKN was 233,260 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KC55 VKN passed its MOT?

KC55 VKN has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2022.

Is KC55 VKN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC55 VKN 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 VKN?

KC55 VKN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.