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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 133,964 miles on the clock, averaging 9,474 miles per year, above 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 GL54 CJE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,964 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,474 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GL54 CJE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GL54 CJE
What car is GL54 CJE?
GL54 CJE is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL54 CJE?
The last recorded mileage for GL54 CJE was 133,964 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL54 CJE passed its MOT?
GL54 CJE has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2017.
Is GL54 CJE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL54 CJE 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 GL54 CJE?
GL54 CJE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.