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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 165,815 miles on the clock, averaging 13,138 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 FR04 GYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,815 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 13,138 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FR04 GYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FR — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About FR04 GYW
What car is FR04 GYW?
FR04 GYW is an beige Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FR04 GYW?
The last recorded mileage for FR04 GYW was 165,815 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FR04 GYW passed its MOT?
FR04 GYW has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2016.
Is FR04 GYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FR04 GYW 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 FR04 GYW?
FR04 GYW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.