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 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 177,380 miles on the clock, averaging 7,999 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FY54 KNL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 177,380 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,762 |
| Average per year | 7,999 |
| 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 | FY54 KNL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 KNL
What car is FY54 KNL?
FY54 KNL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FY54 KNL?
The last recorded mileage for FY54 KNL was 177,380 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY54 KNL passed its MOT?
FY54 KNL has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2020.
Is FY54 KNL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY54 KNL 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 KNL?
FY54 KNL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.