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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 88,265 miles on the clock, averaging 12,817 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for MA54 VMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 88,265 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,343 |
| Average per year | 12,817 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 VMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VMU
What car is MA54 VMU?
MA54 VMU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MA54 VMU?
The last recorded mileage for MA54 VMU was 88,265 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA54 VMU passed its MOT?
MA54 VMU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Sep 2011.
Is MA54 VMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA54 VMU 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 VMU?
MA54 VMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.