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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 135,028 miles on the clock, averaging 16,368 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 JMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,028 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 16,368 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 JMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 JMU
What car is DF54 JMU?
DF54 JMU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DF54 JMU?
The last recorded mileage for DF54 JMU was 135,028 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF54 JMU passed its MOT?
DF54 JMU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2014.
Is DF54 JMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF54 JMU 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 JMU?
DF54 JMU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.