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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 74,408 miles on the clock, averaging 5,466 miles per year, below 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 KG55 FJE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,037 |
| Average per year | 5,466 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | KG55 FJE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KG — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KG55 FJE
What car is KG55 FJE?
KG55 FJE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KG55 FJE?
The last recorded mileage for KG55 FJE was 74,408 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KG55 FJE passed its MOT?
KG55 FJE has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2018.
Is KG55 FJE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG55 FJE 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 KG55 FJE?
KG55 FJE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.