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 1900cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 125,501 miles on the clock, averaging 9,507 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 VSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,501 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,507 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 VSM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| 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 VSM
What car is MA54 VSM?
MA54 VSM is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MA54 VSM?
The last recorded mileage for MA54 VSM was 125,501 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA54 VSM passed its MOT?
MA54 VSM has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2018.
Is MA54 VSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA54 VSM 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 VSM?
MA54 VSM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.