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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 237,406 miles on the clock, averaging 11,751 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 YC54 HYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 237,406 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,635 |
| Average per year | 11,751 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | YC54 HYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YC54 HYJ
What car is YC54 HYJ?
YC54 HYJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2004.
What is the mileage of YC54 HYJ?
The last recorded mileage for YC54 HYJ was 237,406 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC54 HYJ passed its MOT?
YC54 HYJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2022.
Is YC54 HYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC54 HYJ 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 YC54 HYJ?
YC54 HYJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.