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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 166,300 miles on the clock, averaging 7,173 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GF54 YAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 166,300 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,135 |
| Average per year | 7,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | GF54 YAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GF54 YAU
What car is GF54 YAU?
GF54 YAU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GF54 YAU?
The last recorded mileage for GF54 YAU was 166,300 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF54 YAU passed its MOT?
GF54 YAU has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2026.
Is GF54 YAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF54 YAU 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 GF54 YAU?
GF54 YAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.