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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 164,447 miles on the clock, averaging 6,832 miles per year, below 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 VE54 RWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 164,447 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,832 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | VE54 RWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About VE54 RWJ
What car is VE54 RWJ?
VE54 RWJ is a green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VE54 RWJ?
The last recorded mileage for VE54 RWJ was 164,447 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE54 RWJ passed its MOT?
VE54 RWJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2025.
Is VE54 RWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE54 RWJ 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 VE54 RWJ?
VE54 RWJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.