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 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 188,323 miles on the clock, averaging 14,364 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 WV54 VBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,323 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 14,364 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | WV54 VBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About WV54 VBA
What car is WV54 VBA?
WV54 VBA is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2004.
What is the mileage of WV54 VBA?
The last recorded mileage for WV54 VBA was 188,323 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV54 VBA passed its MOT?
WV54 VBA has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2018.
Is WV54 VBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV54 VBA 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 WV54 VBA?
WV54 VBA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.