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 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 169,076 miles on the clock, averaging 7,293 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for YR54 VZY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 169,076 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 294 |
| Average per year | 7,293 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | YR54 VZY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VZY
What car is YR54 VZY?
YR54 VZY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YR54 VZY?
The last recorded mileage for YR54 VZY was 169,076 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR54 VZY passed its MOT?
YR54 VZY has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2021.
Is YR54 VZY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR54 VZY 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 VZY?
YR54 VZY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.