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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 169,150 miles on the clock, averaging 13,315 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 NL54 DFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,232 |
| Average per year | 13,315 |
| 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 | NL54 DFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NL54 DFU
What car is NL54 DFU?
NL54 DFU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NL54 DFU?
The last recorded mileage for NL54 DFU was 169,150 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL54 DFU passed its MOT?
NL54 DFU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2017.
Is NL54 DFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL54 DFU 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 NL54 DFU?
NL54 DFU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.