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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 206,363 miles on the clock, averaging 9,128 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 CU54 DFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 206,363 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 266 |
| Average per year | 9,128 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | CU54 DFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About CU54 DFV
What car is CU54 DFV?
CU54 DFV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2004.
What is the mileage of CU54 DFV?
The last recorded mileage for CU54 DFV was 206,363 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU54 DFV passed its MOT?
CU54 DFV has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2025.
Is CU54 DFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU54 DFV 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 CU54 DFV?
CU54 DFV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.