Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 148,535 miles on the clock, averaging 10,047 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 HYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,535 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,845 |
| Average per year | 10,047 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 HYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 HYC
What car is AD54 HYC?
AD54 HYC is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AD54 HYC?
The last recorded mileage for AD54 HYC was 148,535 miles, recorded on 3 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD54 HYC passed its MOT?
AD54 HYC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2019.
Is AD54 HYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD54 HYC 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 HYC?
AD54 HYC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.