Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 170,984 miles on the clock, averaging 10,027 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 AD54 ESF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,092 |
| Average per year | 10,027 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | AD54 ESF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AD54 ESF
What car is AD54 ESF?
AD54 ESF is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AD54 ESF?
The last recorded mileage for AD54 ESF was 170,984 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD54 ESF passed its MOT?
AD54 ESF has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2020.
Is AD54 ESF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD54 ESF 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 AD54 ESF?
AD54 ESF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.