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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 105,808 miles on the clock, averaging 7,049 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 SA04 BME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,808 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 57 |
| Average per year | 7,049 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SA04 BME |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SA04 BME
What car is SA04 BME?
SA04 BME is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SA04 BME?
The last recorded mileage for SA04 BME was 105,808 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA04 BME passed its MOT?
SA04 BME has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2021.
Is SA04 BME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA04 BME 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 SA04 BME?
SA04 BME is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.