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 1900cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 148,275 miles on the clock, averaging 8,608 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 GY54 FRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,275 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,608 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GY54 FRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GY54 FRU
What car is GY54 FRU?
GY54 FRU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GY54 FRU?
The last recorded mileage for GY54 FRU was 148,275 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY54 FRU passed its MOT?
GY54 FRU has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2018.
Is GY54 FRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY54 FRU 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 GY54 FRU?
GY54 FRU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.