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 173,418 miles on the clock, averaging 14,273 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 FY54 GMG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,418 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,612 |
| Average per year | 14,273 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | FY54 GMG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FY54 GMG
What car is FY54 GMG?
FY54 GMG is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FY54 GMG?
The last recorded mileage for FY54 GMG was 173,418 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY54 GMG passed its MOT?
FY54 GMG has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2017.
Is FY54 GMG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY54 GMG 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 FY54 GMG?
FY54 GMG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.