Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 94,930 miles on the clock, averaging 6,908 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for GL04 HWG
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,930 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,187 |
| Average per year | 6,908 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL04 HWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GL04 HWG
What car is GL04 HWG?
GL04 HWG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GL04 HWG?
The last recorded mileage for GL04 HWG was 94,930 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL04 HWG passed its MOT?
GL04 HWG has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Aug 2019.
Is GL04 HWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL04 HWG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GL04 HWG?
GL04 HWG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.