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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 120,106 miles on the clock, averaging 6,041 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 KW05 KBE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,106 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,791 |
| Average per year | 6,041 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | KW05 KBE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KW05 KBE
What car is KW05 KBE?
KW05 KBE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KW05 KBE?
The last recorded mileage for KW05 KBE was 120,106 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW05 KBE passed its MOT?
KW05 KBE has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2023.
Is KW05 KBE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW05 KBE 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 KW05 KBE?
KW05 KBE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.