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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 162,605 miles on the clock, averaging 10,637 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 DS54 AVR
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,605 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 10,637 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | DS54 AVR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 AVR
What car is DS54 AVR?
DS54 AVR is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS54 AVR?
The last recorded mileage for DS54 AVR was 162,605 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS54 AVR passed its MOT?
DS54 AVR has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2018.
Is DS54 AVR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS54 AVR 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 AVR?
DS54 AVR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.