Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 146,617 miles on the clock, averaging 6,901 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for AD54 TAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,617 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,161 |
| Average per year | 6,901 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD54 TAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AD54 TAU
What car is AD54 TAU?
AD54 TAU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AD54 TAU?
The last recorded mileage for AD54 TAU was 146,617 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD54 TAU passed its MOT?
AD54 TAU has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2025.
Is AD54 TAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD54 TAU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AD54 TAU?
AD54 TAU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.