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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 105,695 miles on the clock, averaging 5,029 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for BV04 YZL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,695 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,651 |
| Average per year | 5,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | BV04 YZL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BV04 YZL
What car is BV04 YZL?
BV04 YZL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BV04 YZL?
The last recorded mileage for BV04 YZL was 105,695 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV04 YZL passed its MOT?
BV04 YZL has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2023.
Is BV04 YZL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV04 YZL 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 BV04 YZL?
BV04 YZL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.