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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 171,847 miles on the clock, averaging 13,101 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 KS55 JKO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,847 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,044 |
| Average per year | 13,101 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 JKO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 JKO
What car is KS55 JKO?
KS55 JKO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KS55 JKO?
The last recorded mileage for KS55 JKO was 171,847 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS55 JKO passed its MOT?
KS55 JKO has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2019.
Is KS55 JKO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS55 JKO 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 JKO?
KS55 JKO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.