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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 181,393 miles on the clock, averaging 9,103 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 GV04 GVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,393 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,661 |
| Average per year | 9,103 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (1997–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV04 GVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GV04 GVL
What car is GV04 GVL?
GV04 GVL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV04 GVL?
The last recorded mileage for GV04 GVL was 181,393 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV04 GVL passed its MOT?
GV04 GVL has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2024.
Is GV04 GVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV04 GVL 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 GV04 GVL?
GV04 GVL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.