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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 100,130 miles on the clock, averaging 6,269 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for MA54 LFR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,130 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,269 |
| 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
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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 | MA54 LFR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About MA54 LFR
What car is MA54 LFR?
MA54 LFR is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MA54 LFR?
The last recorded mileage for MA54 LFR was 100,130 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA54 LFR passed its MOT?
MA54 LFR has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2020.
Is MA54 LFR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA54 LFR 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 MA54 LFR?
MA54 LFR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.