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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 181,108 miles on the clock, averaging 10,454 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 BP54 RSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,108 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 31,233 |
| Average per year | 10,454 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | BP54 RSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BP54 RSU
What car is BP54 RSU?
BP54 RSU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BP54 RSU?
The last recorded mileage for BP54 RSU was 181,108 miles, recorded on 25 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP54 RSU passed its MOT?
BP54 RSU has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2016.
Is BP54 RSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP54 RSU 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 BP54 RSU?
BP54 RSU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.