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 Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 142,872 miles on the clock, averaging 10,423 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for NL54 OVC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,872 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,423 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL54 OVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NL54 OVC
What car is NL54 OVC?
NL54 OVC is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NL54 OVC?
The last recorded mileage for NL54 OVC was 142,872 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL54 OVC passed its MOT?
NL54 OVC has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2018.
Is NL54 OVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL54 OVC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NL54 OVC?
NL54 OVC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.