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 1984cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 136,962 miles on the clock, averaging 6,435 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RL54 HYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,962 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,381 |
| Average per year | 6,435 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RL54 HYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RL54 HYW
What car is RL54 HYW?
RL54 HYW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RL54 HYW?
The last recorded mileage for RL54 HYW was 136,962 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL54 HYW passed its MOT?
RL54 HYW has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2026.
Is RL54 HYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL54 HYW 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 HYW?
RL54 HYW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.