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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 125,179 miles on the clock, averaging 13,787 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GV54 DPN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,179 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,209 |
| Average per year | 13,787 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | GV54 DPN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GV54 DPN
What car is GV54 DPN?
GV54 DPN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV54 DPN?
The last recorded mileage for GV54 DPN was 125,179 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV54 DPN passed its MOT?
GV54 DPN has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2011.
Is GV54 DPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV54 DPN 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 GV54 DPN?
GV54 DPN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.