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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 153,588 miles on the clock, averaging 6,626 miles per year, below 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 ELJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 153,588 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,626 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 ELJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 ELJ
What car is GL54 ELJ?
GL54 ELJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL54 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for GL54 ELJ was 153,588 miles, recorded on 16 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL54 ELJ passed its MOT?
GL54 ELJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2026.
Is GL54 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL54 ELJ 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 ELJ?
GL54 ELJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.