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KY05 FBB

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 76,889 miles on the clock, averaging 14,363 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 KY05 FBB

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,889
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
14,363

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading76,889 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,358
Average per year14,363
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KY05 FBB 51k57k64k70k77k '08'10'09

Check KY05 FBB

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,889 miles
Since last MOT+11,358 miles
PASS
Mileage65,531 miles
Since last MOT+14,604 miles
PASS
Mileage50,927 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,927 miles

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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

RegistrationKY05 FBB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKY — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About KY05 FBB

What car is KY05 FBB?

KY05 FBB is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KY05 FBB?

The last recorded mileage for KY05 FBB was 76,889 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KY05 FBB passed its MOT?

KY05 FBB has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Jan 2010.

Is KY05 FBB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY05 FBB 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 KY05 FBB?

KY05 FBB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.