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 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 164,002 miles on the clock, averaging 10,208 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 PJ04 DYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,002 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 56 |
| Average per year | 10,208 |
| 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 | PJ04 DYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About PJ04 DYS
What car is PJ04 DYS?
PJ04 DYS is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.
What is the mileage of PJ04 DYS?
The last recorded mileage for PJ04 DYS was 164,002 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ04 DYS passed its MOT?
PJ04 DYS has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2017.
Is PJ04 DYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ04 DYS 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 PJ04 DYS?
PJ04 DYS is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.