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 1900cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 133,132 miles on the clock, averaging 9,591 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 KZD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,132 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,591 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 KZD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SW54 KZD
What car is SW54 KZD?
SW54 KZD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW54 KZD?
The last recorded mileage for SW54 KZD was 133,132 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW54 KZD passed its MOT?
SW54 KZD has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2020.
Is SW54 KZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW54 KZD 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 KZD?
SW54 KZD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.