Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1600cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 132,955 miles on the clock, averaging 9,598 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for BJ04 VLU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,955 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 9,598 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BJ04 VLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BJ — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BJ04 VLU
What car is BJ04 VLU?
BJ04 VLU is a beige Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BJ04 VLU?
The last recorded mileage for BJ04 VLU was 132,955 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BJ04 VLU passed its MOT?
BJ04 VLU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Apr 2019.
Is BJ04 VLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ04 VLU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BJ04 VLU?
BJ04 VLU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.