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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 131,679 miles on the clock, averaging 5,704 miles per year, below 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 YOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,212 |
| Average per year | 5,704 |
| 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 | KT55 YOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 YOW
What car is KT55 YOW?
KT55 YOW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KT55 YOW?
The last recorded mileage for KT55 YOW was 131,679 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KT55 YOW passed its MOT?
KT55 YOW has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.
Is KT55 YOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KT55 YOW 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 YOW?
KT55 YOW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.