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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 209,375 miles on the clock, averaging 17,008 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 BL54 XHR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 209,375 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,008 |
| 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 | BL54 XHR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BL54 XHR
What car is BL54 XHR?
BL54 XHR is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL54 XHR?
The last recorded mileage for BL54 XHR was 209,375 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL54 XHR passed its MOT?
BL54 XHR has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2018.
Is BL54 XHR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL54 XHR 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 BL54 XHR?
BL54 XHR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.