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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 165,084 miles on the clock, averaging 14,236 miles per year, above 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 SW54 HLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,084 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 14,236 |
| 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
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 | SW54 HLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SW54 HLJ
What car is SW54 HLJ?
SW54 HLJ is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW54 HLJ?
The last recorded mileage for SW54 HLJ was 165,084 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW54 HLJ passed its MOT?
SW54 HLJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2014.
Is SW54 HLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW54 HLJ 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 SW54 HLJ?
SW54 HLJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.