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 2016 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 84,729 miles on the clock, averaging 7,137 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for GU04 GEM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 84,729 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,137 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU04 GEM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GU04 GEM
What car is GU04 GEM?
GU04 GEM is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.
What is the mileage of GU04 GEM?
The last recorded mileage for GU04 GEM was 84,729 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU04 GEM passed its MOT?
GU04 GEM has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2026.
Is GU04 GEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU04 GEM is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GU04 GEM?
GU04 GEM is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.