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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 192,628 miles on the clock, averaging 11,042 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 DF54 DFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 192,628 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -60 |
| Average per year | 11,042 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | DF54 DFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About DF54 DFV
What car is DF54 DFV?
DF54 DFV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DF54 DFV?
The last recorded mileage for DF54 DFV was 192,628 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF54 DFV passed its MOT?
DF54 DFV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2019.
Is DF54 DFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF54 DFV 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 DF54 DFV?
DF54 DFV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.