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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 167,892 miles on the clock, averaging 8,998 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 JKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,892 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,998 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 JKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 JKU
What car is KS55 JKU?
KS55 JKU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KS55 JKU?
The last recorded mileage for KS55 JKU was 167,892 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS55 JKU passed its MOT?
KS55 JKU has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2025.
Is KS55 JKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS55 JKU 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 JKU?
KS55 JKU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.