Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 193,908 miles on the clock, averaging 9,270 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 ML54 UFD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 193,908 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,215 |
| Average per year | 9,270 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | ML54 UFD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About ML54 UFD
What car is ML54 UFD?
ML54 UFD is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of ML54 UFD?
The last recorded mileage for ML54 UFD was 193,908 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML54 UFD passed its MOT?
ML54 UFD has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2019.
Is ML54 UFD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML54 UFD 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 ML54 UFD?
ML54 UFD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.