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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 214,688 miles on the clock, averaging 11,489 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 BL04 EEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 214,688 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,642 |
| Average per year | 11,489 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BL04 EEF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BL04 EEF
What car is BL04 EEF?
BL04 EEF is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL04 EEF?
The last recorded mileage for BL04 EEF was 214,688 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL04 EEF passed its MOT?
BL04 EEF has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2021.
Is BL04 EEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL04 EEF 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 BL04 EEF?
BL04 EEF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.