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 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 169,512 miles on the clock, averaging 9,266 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for SH54 UTA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,512 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,266 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SH54 UTA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SH54 UTA
What car is SH54 UTA?
SH54 UTA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SH54 UTA?
The last recorded mileage for SH54 UTA was 169,512 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH54 UTA passed its MOT?
SH54 UTA has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2022.
Is SH54 UTA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH54 UTA 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 SH54 UTA?
SH54 UTA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.