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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 83,299 miles on the clock, averaging 6,362 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 KN05 HMV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,299 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,860 |
| Average per year | 6,362 |
| 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 | KN05 HMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KN — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KN05 HMV
What car is KN05 HMV?
KN05 HMV is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KN05 HMV?
The last recorded mileage for KN05 HMV was 83,299 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN05 HMV passed its MOT?
KN05 HMV has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Mar 2018.
Is KN05 HMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN05 HMV 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 KN05 HMV?
KN05 HMV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.