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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 195,094 miles on the clock, averaging 14,757 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 YNJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 195,094 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 14,757 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 YNJ |
| 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 YNJ
What car is BL04 YNJ?
BL04 YNJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL04 YNJ?
The last recorded mileage for BL04 YNJ was 195,094 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL04 YNJ passed its MOT?
BL04 YNJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2018.
Is BL04 YNJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL04 YNJ 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 YNJ?
BL04 YNJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.