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 Petrol 1984cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 145,093 miles on the clock, averaging 7,625 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for GL54 WKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,093 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,108 |
| Average per year | 7,625 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL54 WKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| 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 WKJ
What car is GL54 WKJ?
GL54 WKJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL54 WKJ?
The last recorded mileage for GL54 WKJ was 145,093 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL54 WKJ passed its MOT?
GL54 WKJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 9 Oct 2024.
Is GL54 WKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL54 WKJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GL54 WKJ?
GL54 WKJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.