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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 164,126 miles on the clock, averaging 6,919 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 KY05 FHJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 164,126 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,159 |
| Average per year | 6,919 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KY05 FHJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KY05 FHJ
What car is KY05 FHJ?
KY05 FHJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KY05 FHJ?
The last recorded mileage for KY05 FHJ was 164,126 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY05 FHJ passed its MOT?
KY05 FHJ has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.
Is KY05 FHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY05 FHJ 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 FHJ?
KY05 FHJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.