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 1900cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 129,625 miles on the clock, averaging 8,085 miles per year, around 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 MW54 XXJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 8,085 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | MW54 XXJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About MW54 XXJ
What car is MW54 XXJ?
MW54 XXJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW54 XXJ?
The last recorded mileage for MW54 XXJ was 129,625 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW54 XXJ passed its MOT?
MW54 XXJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2020.
Is MW54 XXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW54 XXJ 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 MW54 XXJ?
MW54 XXJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.