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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 185,314 miles on the clock, averaging 10,137 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 KN05 LYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,314 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,951 |
| Average per year | 10,137 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | KN05 LYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 LYW
What car is KN05 LYW?
KN05 LYW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KN05 LYW?
The last recorded mileage for KN05 LYW was 185,314 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN05 LYW passed its MOT?
KN05 LYW has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 16 Dec 2022.
Is KN05 LYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN05 LYW 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 LYW?
KN05 LYW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.