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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 199,790 miles on the clock, averaging 11,959 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 LA54 GYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,568 |
| Average per year | 11,959 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | LA54 GYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About LA54 GYJ
What car is LA54 GYJ?
LA54 GYJ is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LA54 GYJ?
The last recorded mileage for LA54 GYJ was 199,790 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA54 GYJ passed its MOT?
LA54 GYJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 15 Mar 2022.
Is LA54 GYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA54 GYJ 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 LA54 GYJ?
LA54 GYJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.