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 146,825 miles on the clock, averaging 5,151 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 LA04 YMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,825 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,843 |
| Average per year | 5,151 |
| 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 | LA04 YMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About LA04 YMV
What car is LA04 YMV?
LA04 YMV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LA04 YMV?
The last recorded mileage for LA04 YMV was 146,825 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA04 YMV passed its MOT?
LA04 YMV has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2026.
Is LA04 YMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA04 YMV 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 LA04 YMV?
LA04 YMV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.