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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 142,116 miles on the clock, averaging 8,249 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 KP55 BVN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,116 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,886 |
| Average per year | 8,249 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KP55 BVN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KP — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KP55 BVN
What car is KP55 BVN?
KP55 BVN is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KP55 BVN?
The last recorded mileage for KP55 BVN was 142,116 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KP55 BVN passed its MOT?
KP55 BVN has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2021.
Is KP55 BVN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP55 BVN 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 KP55 BVN?
KP55 BVN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.