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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 164,610 miles on the clock, averaging 7,942 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 RL54 AFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 164,610 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,316 |
| Average per year | 7,942 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | RL54 AFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RL54 AFN
What car is RL54 AFN?
RL54 AFN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RL54 AFN?
The last recorded mileage for RL54 AFN was 164,610 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL54 AFN passed its MOT?
RL54 AFN has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2022.
Is RL54 AFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL54 AFN 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 RL54 AFN?
RL54 AFN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.