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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 140,341 miles on the clock, averaging 11,760 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 BC04 RPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,341 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 239 |
| Average per year | 11,760 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BC04 RPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BC04 RPY
What car is BC04 RPY?
BC04 RPY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BC04 RPY?
The last recorded mileage for BC04 RPY was 140,341 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC04 RPY passed its MOT?
BC04 RPY has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2015.
Is BC04 RPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC04 RPY 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 BC04 RPY?
BC04 RPY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.