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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 339,976 miles on the clock, averaging 15,251 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 KT55 XDC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 339,976 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,834 |
| Average per year | 15,251 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | KT55 XDC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KT — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KT55 XDC
What car is KT55 XDC?
KT55 XDC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KT55 XDC?
The last recorded mileage for KT55 XDC was 339,976 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KT55 XDC passed its MOT?
KT55 XDC has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 10 Sep 2025.
Is KT55 XDC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KT55 XDC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KT55 XDC?
KT55 XDC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.