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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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 48,548 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for DS54 AVL
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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 | DS54 AVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About DS54 AVL
What car is DS54 AVL?
DS54 AVL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS54 AVL?
The last recorded mileage for DS54 AVL was 48,548 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2007 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS54 AVL passed its MOT?
DS54 AVL has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2007.
Is DS54 AVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS54 AVL 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 DS54 AVL?
DS54 AVL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.