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 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 184,430 miles on the clock, averaging 13,115 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 DS04 YSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,430 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 390 |
| Average per year | 13,115 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | DS04 YSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About DS04 YSE
What car is DS04 YSE?
DS04 YSE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.
What is the mileage of DS04 YSE?
The last recorded mileage for DS04 YSE was 184,430 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS04 YSE passed its MOT?
DS04 YSE has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2016.
Is DS04 YSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS04 YSE 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 DS04 YSE?
DS04 YSE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.