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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 144,877 miles on the clock, averaging 7,637 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 SC54 GKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,877 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 7,637 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 GKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 GKJ
What car is SC54 GKJ?
SC54 GKJ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SC54 GKJ?
The last recorded mileage for SC54 GKJ was 144,877 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SC54 GKJ passed its MOT?
SC54 GKJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2016.
Is SC54 GKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC54 GKJ 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 GKJ?
SC54 GKJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.