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KY55 TCJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 147,747 miles on the clock, averaging 9,746 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 KY55 TCJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,747
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
9,746

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading147,747 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,684
Average per year9,746
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KY55 TCJ 62k83k105k126k148k '08'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,747 miles
Since last MOT+18,684 miles
PASS
Mileage129,063 miles
Since last MOT+5,814 miles
PASS
Mileage123,249 miles
Since last MOT+8,388 miles
PASS
Mileage114,861 miles
Since last MOT+9,650 miles
PASS
Mileage105,211 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,210 miles
Since last MOT+9,768 miles
PASS
Mileage95,442 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,442 miles
Since last MOT+5,454 miles
PASS
Mileage89,988 miles
Since last MOT+11,672 miles
PASS
Mileage78,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,316 miles
Since last MOT+16,546 miles
PASS
Mileage61,770 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 TCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
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 TCJ

What car is KY55 TCJ?

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

What is the mileage of KY55 TCJ?

The last recorded mileage for KY55 TCJ was 147,747 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KY55 TCJ passed its MOT?

KY55 TCJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2017.

Is KY55 TCJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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