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 142,459 miles on the clock, averaging 8,838 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for GR04 CVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,459 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 8,838 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | GR04 CVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GR04 CVW
What car is GR04 CVW?
GR04 CVW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GR04 CVW?
The last recorded mileage for GR04 CVW was 142,459 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR04 CVW passed its MOT?
GR04 CVW has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2018.
Is GR04 CVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR04 CVW 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 GR04 CVW?
GR04 CVW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.