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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 197,016 miles on the clock, averaging 11,221 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 GL04 WGC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,016 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,221 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GL04 WGC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 WGC
What car is GL04 WGC?
GL04 WGC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GL04 WGC?
The last recorded mileage for GL04 WGC was 197,016 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL04 WGC passed its MOT?
GL04 WGC has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2019.
Is GL04 WGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL04 WGC 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 GL04 WGC?
GL04 WGC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.