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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 165,666 miles on the clock, averaging 10,165 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 SM54 KYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,666 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,165 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SM54 KYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SM54 KYW
What car is SM54 KYW?
SM54 KYW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM54 KYW?
The last recorded mileage for SM54 KYW was 165,666 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM54 KYW passed its MOT?
SM54 KYW has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2018.
Is SM54 KYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 KYW 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 SM54 KYW?
SM54 KYW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.