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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 146,021 miles on the clock, averaging 6,914 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 SC54 VPW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,021 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,914 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 VPW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VPW
What car is SC54 VPW?
SC54 VPW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SC54 VPW?
The last recorded mileage for SC54 VPW was 146,021 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SC54 VPW passed its MOT?
SC54 VPW has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2021.
Is SC54 VPW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC54 VPW 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 VPW?
SC54 VPW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.