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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 107,565 miles on the clock, averaging 7,440 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 KG55 MGE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 107,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 127 |
| Average per year | 7,440 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 MGE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 MGE
What car is KG55 MGE?
KG55 MGE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KG55 MGE?
The last recorded mileage for KG55 MGE was 107,565 miles, recorded on 30 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KG55 MGE passed its MOT?
KG55 MGE has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2018.
Is KG55 MGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG55 MGE 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 MGE?
KG55 MGE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.