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 1900cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 171,064 miles on the clock, averaging 6,991 miles per year, below 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 RN54 NLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 171,064 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,991 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | RN54 NLZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RN54 NLZ
What car is RN54 NLZ?
RN54 NLZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RN54 NLZ?
The last recorded mileage for RN54 NLZ was 171,064 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN54 NLZ passed its MOT?
RN54 NLZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2023.
Is RN54 NLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN54 NLZ 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 RN54 NLZ?
RN54 NLZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.