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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 139,975 miles on the clock, averaging 9,272 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 EFX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,975 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,272 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 EFX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 EFX
What car is BL04 EFX?
BL04 EFX is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL04 EFX?
The last recorded mileage for BL04 EFX was 139,975 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL04 EFX passed its MOT?
BL04 EFX has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2020.
Is BL04 EFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL04 EFX 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 EFX?
BL04 EFX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.