Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 98,978 miles on the clock, averaging 5,295 miles per year, below 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 BL04 EES
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,978 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 5,295 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL04 EES |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BL04 EES
What car is BL04 EES?
BL04 EES is a green Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL04 EES?
The last recorded mileage for BL04 EES was 98,978 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL04 EES passed its MOT?
BL04 EES has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2021.
Is BL04 EES ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL04 EES 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 BL04 EES?
BL04 EES is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.