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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 31,271 miles on the clock, averaging 6,124 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for OV54 VAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 31,271 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,969 |
| Average per year | 6,124 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | OV54 VAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About OV54 VAE
What car is OV54 VAE?
OV54 VAE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OV54 VAE?
The last recorded mileage for OV54 VAE was 31,271 miles, recorded on 15 May 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV54 VAE passed its MOT?
OV54 VAE has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2009.
Is OV54 VAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV54 VAE 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 OV54 VAE?
OV54 VAE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.