Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1600cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 181,362 miles on the clock, averaging 18,519 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for WJ54 DCV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,362 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 18,519 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WJ54 DCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WJ — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About WJ54 DCV
What car is WJ54 DCV?
WJ54 DCV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.
What is the mileage of WJ54 DCV?
The last recorded mileage for WJ54 DCV was 181,362 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WJ54 DCV passed its MOT?
WJ54 DCV has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2016.
Is WJ54 DCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ54 DCV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is WJ54 DCV?
WJ54 DCV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.