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 2000cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 114,878 miles on the clock, averaging 10,015 miles per year, above 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 ET54 HYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 114,878 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,375 |
| Average per year | 10,015 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | ET54 HYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About ET54 HYJ
What car is ET54 HYJ?
ET54 HYJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of ET54 HYJ?
The last recorded mileage for ET54 HYJ was 114,878 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET54 HYJ passed its MOT?
ET54 HYJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2016.
Is ET54 HYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET54 HYJ 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 ET54 HYJ?
ET54 HYJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.