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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 103,736 miles on the clock, averaging 4,151 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 GV04 XDL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,736 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,151 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | GV04 XDL |
| 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 XDL
What car is GV04 XDL?
GV04 XDL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV04 XDL?
The last recorded mileage for GV04 XDL was 103,736 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV04 XDL passed its MOT?
GV04 XDL has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2026.
Is GV04 XDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV04 XDL 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 XDL?
GV04 XDL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.