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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 170,860 miles on the clock, averaging 11,121 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for DP04 EMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,860 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,121 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DP04 EMS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DP — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About DP04 EMS
What car is DP04 EMS?
DP04 EMS is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2009.
What is the mileage of DP04 EMS?
The last recorded mileage for DP04 EMS was 170,860 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DP04 EMS passed its MOT?
DP04 EMS has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2024.
Is DP04 EMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DP04 EMS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DP04 EMS?
DP04 EMS is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.