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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 166,198 miles on the clock, averaging 7,978 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 KS55 JJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,198 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,787 |
| Average per year | 7,978 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | KS55 JJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KS55 JJY
What car is KS55 JJY?
KS55 JJY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KS55 JJY?
The last recorded mileage for KS55 JJY was 166,198 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS55 JJY passed its MOT?
KS55 JJY has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 6 Aug 2024.
Is KS55 JJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS55 JJY 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 KS55 JJY?
KS55 JJY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.