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 Diesel 1896cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 96,336 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for AE54 WZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 96,336 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 47 |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | AE54 WZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AE54 WZU
What car is AE54 WZU?
AE54 WZU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AE54 WZU?
The last recorded mileage for AE54 WZU was 96,336 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE54 WZU passed its MOT?
AE54 WZU has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Apr 2008.
Is AE54 WZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE54 WZU 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 AE54 WZU?
AE54 WZU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.