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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 131,262 miles on the clock, averaging 5,125 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for GU04 BAX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,262 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,125 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU04 BAX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GU04 BAX
What car is GU04 BAX?
GU04 BAX is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GU04 BAX?
The last recorded mileage for GU04 BAX was 131,262 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU04 BAX passed its MOT?
GU04 BAX has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.
Is GU04 BAX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU04 BAX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GU04 BAX?
GU04 BAX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.