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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 165,452 miles on the clock, averaging 10,741 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 VBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,452 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,880 |
| Average per year | 10,741 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 VBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VBO
What car is SH54 VBO?
SH54 VBO is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SH54 VBO?
The last recorded mileage for SH54 VBO was 165,452 miles, recorded on 24 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH54 VBO passed its MOT?
SH54 VBO has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Dec 2018.
Is SH54 VBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH54 VBO 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 VBO?
SH54 VBO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.