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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 164,108 miles on the clock, averaging 11,835 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 VKP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,108 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,111 |
| Average per year | 11,835 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 VKP |
| 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 VKP
What car is GV54 VKP?
GV54 VKP is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV54 VKP?
The last recorded mileage for GV54 VKP was 164,108 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV54 VKP passed its MOT?
GV54 VKP has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2016.
Is GV54 VKP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV54 VKP 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 VKP?
GV54 VKP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.