Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 212,066 miles on the clock, averaging 8,563 miles per year, around 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 FM54 BDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 212,066 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,788 |
| Average per year | 8,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FM54 BDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FM54 BDE
What car is FM54 BDE?
FM54 BDE is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FM54 BDE?
The last recorded mileage for FM54 BDE was 212,066 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM54 BDE passed its MOT?
FM54 BDE has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2026.
Is FM54 BDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM54 BDE 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 FM54 BDE?
FM54 BDE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.