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 Petrol 2000cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 117,628 miles on the clock, averaging 5,488 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for YD54 BVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,628 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 363 |
| Average per year | 5,488 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YD54 BVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YD — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YD54 BVL
What car is YD54 BVL?
YD54 BVL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YD54 BVL?
The last recorded mileage for YD54 BVL was 117,628 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YD54 BVL passed its MOT?
YD54 BVL has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2025.
Is YD54 BVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YD54 BVL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YD54 BVL?
YD54 BVL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.