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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 125,518 miles on the clock, averaging 6,697 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KV04 RBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 125,518 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -3,479 |
| Average per year | 6,697 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | KV04 RBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KV — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About KV04 RBU
What car is KV04 RBU?
KV04 RBU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KV04 RBU?
The last recorded mileage for KV04 RBU was 125,518 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KV04 RBU passed its MOT?
KV04 RBU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2019.
Is KV04 RBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV04 RBU 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 KV04 RBU?
KV04 RBU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.