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KY55 LZF

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 52,493 miles on the clock, averaging 3,952 miles per year, well 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 KY55 LZF

MOT Status
Due date passed
52,493
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
3,952

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading52,493 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,952
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KY55 LZF 17k26k35k44k52k '08'17'14

Check KY55 LZF

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage52,493 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,493 miles
Since last MOT+4,676 miles
PASS
Mileage47,817 miles
Since last MOT+5,637 miles
PASS
Mileage42,180 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,180 miles
Since last MOT+5,398 miles
PASS
Mileage36,782 miles
Since last MOT+2,071 miles
PASS
Mileage34,711 miles
Since last MOT+2,389 miles
PASS
Mileage32,322 miles
Since last MOT+3,980 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,342 miles
Since last MOT+3,014 miles
PASS
Mileage25,328 miles
Since last MOT+3,004 miles
PASS
Mileage22,324 miles
Since last MOT+5,114 miles
PASS
Mileage17,210 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

RegistrationKY55 LZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKY — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About KY55 LZF

What car is KY55 LZF?

KY55 LZF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KY55 LZF?

The last recorded mileage for KY55 LZF was 52,493 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KY55 LZF passed its MOT?

KY55 LZF has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2017.

Is KY55 LZF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY55 LZF 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 KY55 LZF?

KY55 LZF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.