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 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 167,048 miles on the clock, averaging 8,454 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for HD54 LKL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,048 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,739 |
| Average per year | 8,454 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HD54 LKL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About HD54 LKL
What car is HD54 LKL?
HD54 LKL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HD54 LKL?
The last recorded mileage for HD54 LKL was 167,048 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD54 LKL passed its MOT?
HD54 LKL has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2023.
Is HD54 LKL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD54 LKL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HD54 LKL?
HD54 LKL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.