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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 126,893 miles on the clock, averaging 4,924 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GU54 UTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 126,893 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 128 |
| Average per year | 4,924 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | GU54 UTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GU54 UTE
What car is GU54 UTE?
GU54 UTE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GU54 UTE?
The last recorded mileage for GU54 UTE was 126,893 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU54 UTE passed its MOT?
GU54 UTE has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2026.
Is GU54 UTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU54 UTE 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 GU54 UTE?
GU54 UTE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.