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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 159,456 miles on the clock, averaging 7,965 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 KX55 XJT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 159,456 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,965 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | KX55 XJT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KX — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KX55 XJT
What car is KX55 XJT?
KX55 XJT is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KX55 XJT?
The last recorded mileage for KX55 XJT was 159,456 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX55 XJT passed its MOT?
KX55 XJT has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2025.
Is KX55 XJT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX55 XJT 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 KX55 XJT?
KX55 XJT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.