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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 187,231 miles on the clock, averaging 8,682 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YR54 ECT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 187,231 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,117 |
| Average per year | 8,682 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 ECT |
| 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 ECT
What car is YR54 ECT?
YR54 ECT is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YR54 ECT?
The last recorded mileage for YR54 ECT was 187,231 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR54 ECT passed its MOT?
YR54 ECT has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2026.
Is YR54 ECT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR54 ECT 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 ECT?
YR54 ECT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.