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 144,686 miles on the clock, averaging 10,013 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 NL04 KOU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,686 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,013 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | NL04 KOU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About NL04 KOU
What car is NL04 KOU?
NL04 KOU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NL04 KOU?
The last recorded mileage for NL04 KOU was 144,686 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL04 KOU passed its MOT?
NL04 KOU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2018.
Is NL04 KOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL04 KOU 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 NL04 KOU?
NL04 KOU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.