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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 140,945 miles on the clock, averaging 5,026 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 BG04 UGB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,945 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,738 |
| Average per year | 5,026 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | BG04 UGB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BG04 UGB
What car is BG04 UGB?
BG04 UGB is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG04 UGB?
The last recorded mileage for BG04 UGB was 140,945 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG04 UGB passed its MOT?
BG04 UGB has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2025.
Is BG04 UGB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG04 UGB 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 BG04 UGB?
BG04 UGB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.