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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 187,271 miles on the clock, averaging 11,370 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 KWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,271 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,391 |
| Average per year | 11,370 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 KWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 KWL
What car is CU54 KWL?
CU54 KWL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2004.
What is the mileage of CU54 KWL?
The last recorded mileage for CU54 KWL was 187,271 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU54 KWL passed its MOT?
CU54 KWL has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2020.
Is CU54 KWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU54 KWL 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 KWL?
CU54 KWL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.