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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 69,780 miles on the clock, averaging 2,356 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GP04 HCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,356 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GP04 HCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GP04 HCY
What car is GP04 HCY?
GP04 HCY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GP04 HCY?
The last recorded mileage for GP04 HCY was 69,780 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP04 HCY passed its MOT?
GP04 HCY has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2019.
Is GP04 HCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP04 HCY 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 GP04 HCY?
GP04 HCY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.