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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 171,705 miles on the clock, averaging 9,441 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 KM55 BYH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,705 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,441 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | KM55 BYH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 BYH
What car is KM55 BYH?
KM55 BYH is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KM55 BYH?
The last recorded mileage for KM55 BYH was 171,705 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM55 BYH passed its MOT?
KM55 BYH has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2023.
Is KM55 BYH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM55 BYH 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 BYH?
KM55 BYH is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.