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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 210,695 miles on the clock, averaging 9,754 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 RWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 210,695 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,754 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 RWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 RWU
What car is KS55 RWU?
KS55 RWU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KS55 RWU?
The last recorded mileage for KS55 RWU was 210,695 miles, recorded on 15 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS55 RWU passed its MOT?
KS55 RWU has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2026.
Is KS55 RWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS55 RWU 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 RWU?
KS55 RWU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.