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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 173,597 miles on the clock, averaging 9,248 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 KD55 YYO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,597 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,492 |
| Average per year | 9,248 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | KD55 YYO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KD — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KD55 YYO
What car is KD55 YYO?
KD55 YYO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KD55 YYO?
The last recorded mileage for KD55 YYO was 173,597 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KD55 YYO passed its MOT?
KD55 YYO has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 6 Jul 2023.
Is KD55 YYO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KD55 YYO 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 KD55 YYO?
KD55 YYO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.