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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 139,048 miles on the clock, averaging 8,205 miles per year, around 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 RXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,048 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,205 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 RXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 RXW
What car is VE54 RXW?
VE54 RXW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.
What is the mileage of VE54 RXW?
The last recorded mileage for VE54 RXW was 139,048 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE54 RXW passed its MOT?
VE54 RXW has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2021.
Is VE54 RXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE54 RXW 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 RXW?
VE54 RXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.