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 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 176,521 miles on the clock, averaging 8,540 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 NC54 VLY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 176,521 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 158 |
| Average per year | 8,540 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | NC54 VLY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NC54 VLY
What car is NC54 VLY?
NC54 VLY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NC54 VLY?
The last recorded mileage for NC54 VLY was 176,521 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC54 VLY passed its MOT?
NC54 VLY has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2025.
Is NC54 VLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC54 VLY 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 NC54 VLY?
NC54 VLY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.