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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 120,904 miles on the clock, averaging 10,097 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 XEN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,904 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,097 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 XEN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XEN
What car is BL04 XEN?
BL04 XEN is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL04 XEN?
The last recorded mileage for BL04 XEN was 120,904 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL04 XEN passed its MOT?
BL04 XEN has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2015.
Is BL04 XEN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL04 XEN 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 XEN?
BL04 XEN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.