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 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 119,985 miles on the clock, averaging 10,026 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 YKL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,985 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,423 |
| Average per year | 10,026 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 YKL |
| 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 YKL
What car is BC04 YKL?
BC04 YKL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BC04 YKL?
The last recorded mileage for BC04 YKL was 119,985 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC04 YKL passed its MOT?
BC04 YKL has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2017.
Is BC04 YKL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC04 YKL 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 YKL?
BC04 YKL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.