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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 142,575 miles on the clock, averaging 7,930 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 KM55 BVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,575 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,898 |
| Average per year | 7,930 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | KM55 BVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KM — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KM55 BVY
What car is KM55 BVY?
KM55 BVY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KM55 BVY?
The last recorded mileage for KM55 BVY was 142,575 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM55 BVY passed its MOT?
KM55 BVY has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2023.
Is KM55 BVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM55 BVY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KM55 BVY?
KM55 BVY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.