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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 126,033 miles on the clock, averaging 11,971 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 YY54 VPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,033 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,298 |
| Average per year | 11,971 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YY54 VPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YY54 VPA
What car is YY54 VPA?
YY54 VPA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2004.
What is the mileage of YY54 VPA?
The last recorded mileage for YY54 VPA was 126,033 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY54 VPA passed its MOT?
YY54 VPA has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2015.
Is YY54 VPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY54 VPA 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 YY54 VPA?
YY54 VPA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.