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 1900cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 208,307 miles on the clock, averaging 8,284 miles per year, around 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 MKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 208,307 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,064 |
| Average per year | 8,284 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 MKD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 MKD
What car is DF54 MKD?
DF54 MKD is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DF54 MKD?
The last recorded mileage for DF54 MKD was 208,307 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF54 MKD passed its MOT?
DF54 MKD has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2024.
Is DF54 MKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF54 MKD 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 MKD?
DF54 MKD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.