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 1900cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 159,401 miles on the clock, averaging 8,365 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for RV54 BXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 159,401 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 8,365 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | RV54 BXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RV54 BXL
What car is RV54 BXL?
RV54 BXL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RV54 BXL?
The last recorded mileage for RV54 BXL was 159,401 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV54 BXL passed its MOT?
RV54 BXL has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2023.
Is RV54 BXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV54 BXL 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 RV54 BXL?
RV54 BXL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.