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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 173,997 miles on the clock, averaging 12,381 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 YR54 AYE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,997 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 12,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YR54 AYE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YR54 AYE
What car is YR54 AYE?
YR54 AYE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YR54 AYE?
The last recorded mileage for YR54 AYE was 173,997 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR54 AYE passed its MOT?
YR54 AYE has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2020.
Is YR54 AYE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR54 AYE 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 YR54 AYE?
YR54 AYE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.