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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 205,353 miles on the clock, averaging 13,575 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 CX54 YLD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 205,353 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 67 |
| Average per year | 13,575 |
| 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
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 | CX54 YLD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CX — Bangor, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About CX54 YLD
What car is CX54 YLD?
CX54 YLD is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bangor in 2005.
What is the mileage of CX54 YLD?
The last recorded mileage for CX54 YLD was 205,353 miles, recorded on 2 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CX54 YLD passed its MOT?
CX54 YLD has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2019.
Is CX54 YLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CX54 YLD 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 CX54 YLD?
CX54 YLD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.