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 Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 203,364 miles on the clock, averaging 8,441 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 BGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 203,364 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,441 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 BGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 BGV
What car is FM54 BGV?
FM54 BGV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FM54 BGV?
The last recorded mileage for FM54 BGV was 203,364 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM54 BGV passed its MOT?
FM54 BGV has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2025.
Is FM54 BGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM54 BGV 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 BGV?
FM54 BGV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.