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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 197,356 miles on the clock, averaging 7,420 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 SM54 KYG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 197,356 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 7,420 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SM54 KYG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SM54 KYG
What car is SM54 KYG?
SM54 KYG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM54 KYG?
The last recorded mileage for SM54 KYG was 197,356 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM54 KYG passed its MOT?
SM54 KYG has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2024.
Is SM54 KYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 KYG 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 SM54 KYG?
SM54 KYG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.