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 Petrol 1984cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 72,971 miles on the clock, averaging 3,201 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for EF54 LHO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,971 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,908 |
| Average per year | 3,201 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF54 LHO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EF54 LHO
What car is EF54 LHO?
EF54 LHO is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF54 LHO?
The last recorded mileage for EF54 LHO was 72,971 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF54 LHO passed its MOT?
EF54 LHO has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2025.
Is EF54 LHO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF54 LHO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EF54 LHO?
EF54 LHO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.