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 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 148,563 miles on the clock, averaging 11,482 miles per year, above 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 SC54 GJO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,563 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 941 |
| Average per year | 11,482 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SC54 GJO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SC — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SC54 GJO
What car is SC54 GJO?
SC54 GJO is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SC54 GJO?
The last recorded mileage for SC54 GJO was 148,563 miles, recorded on 20 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SC54 GJO passed its MOT?
SC54 GJO has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 May 2017.
Is SC54 GJO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC54 GJO 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 SC54 GJO?
SC54 GJO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.