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 1900cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 67,168 miles on the clock, averaging 11,295 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 SY54 XBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 67,168 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27,600 |
| Average per year | 11,295 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | SY54 XBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SY54 XBA
What car is SY54 XBA?
SY54 XBA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SY54 XBA?
The last recorded mileage for SY54 XBA was 67,168 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY54 XBA passed its MOT?
SY54 XBA has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jan 2011.
Is SY54 XBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY54 XBA 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 SY54 XBA?
SY54 XBA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.