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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 156,828 miles on the clock, averaging 7,505 miles per year, around 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 HUO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,828 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,309 |
| Average per year | 7,505 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 HUO |
| 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 HUO
What car is GL54 HUO?
GL54 HUO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL54 HUO?
The last recorded mileage for GL54 HUO was 156,828 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL54 HUO passed its MOT?
GL54 HUO has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2026.
Is GL54 HUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL54 HUO 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 HUO?
GL54 HUO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.