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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 188,712 miles on the clock, averaging 10,618 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for AF54 YLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,712 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,391 |
| Average per year | 10,618 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AF54 YLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AF54 YLJ
What car is AF54 YLJ?
AF54 YLJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AF54 YLJ?
The last recorded mileage for AF54 YLJ was 188,712 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF54 YLJ passed its MOT?
AF54 YLJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 5 Jul 2022.
Is AF54 YLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF54 YLJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AF54 YLJ?
AF54 YLJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.