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 1900cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 129,771 miles on the clock, averaging 6,863 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 KP55 YJB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,771 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 26,600 |
| Average per year | 6,863 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 YJB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KP — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KP55 YJB
What car is KP55 YJB?
KP55 YJB is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KP55 YJB?
The last recorded mileage for KP55 YJB was 129,771 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KP55 YJB passed its MOT?
KP55 YJB has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2025.
Is KP55 YJB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP55 YJB 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 KP55 YJB?
KP55 YJB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.