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LB55 XKF

2006 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 62,866 miles on the clock, averaging 13,967 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 LB55 XKF

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,866
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2009
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
13,967

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 reading62,866 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,159
Average per year13,967
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB55 XKF 50k53k56k60k63k '09'10'09

Check LB55 XKF

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,866 miles
Since last MOT+13,159 miles
PASS
Mileage49,707 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,707 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

RegistrationLB55 XKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LB55 XKF

What car is LB55 XKF?

LB55 XKF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2006.

What is the mileage of LB55 XKF?

The last recorded mileage for LB55 XKF was 62,866 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB55 XKF passed its MOT?

LB55 XKF has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Jan 2010.

Is LB55 XKF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB55 XKF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LB55 XKF?

LB55 XKF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.