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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 152,198 miles on the clock, averaging 8,377 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GV54 XEC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 152,198 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,238 |
| Average per year | 8,377 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 XEC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XEC
What car is GV54 XEC?
GV54 XEC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV54 XEC?
The last recorded mileage for GV54 XEC was 152,198 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV54 XEC passed its MOT?
GV54 XEC has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2019.
Is GV54 XEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV54 XEC 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 XEC?
GV54 XEC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.