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 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 155,467 miles on the clock, averaging 12,314 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for EX54 TEY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,467 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,408 |
| Average per year | 12,314 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX54 TEY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EX54 TEY
What car is EX54 TEY?
EX54 TEY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EX54 TEY?
The last recorded mileage for EX54 TEY was 155,467 miles, recorded on 26 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX54 TEY passed its MOT?
EX54 TEY has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2016.
Is EX54 TEY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX54 TEY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EX54 TEY?
EX54 TEY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.