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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 199,409 miles on the clock, averaging 13,427 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 TFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,409 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,232 |
| Average per year | 13,427 |
| 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
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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 TFJ |
| 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 TFJ
What car is EX54 TFJ?
EX54 TFJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EX54 TFJ?
The last recorded mileage for EX54 TFJ was 199,409 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX54 TFJ passed its MOT?
EX54 TFJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2016.
Is EX54 TFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX54 TFJ 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 TFJ?
EX54 TFJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.