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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 161,013 miles on the clock, averaging 12,684 miles per year, above 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 KS54 SVR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,013 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,945 |
| Average per year | 12,684 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | KS54 SVR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About KS54 SVR
What car is KS54 SVR?
KS54 SVR is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KS54 SVR?
The last recorded mileage for KS54 SVR was 161,013 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS54 SVR passed its MOT?
KS54 SVR has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2018.
Is KS54 SVR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS54 SVR 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 KS54 SVR?
KS54 SVR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.