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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 164,642 miles on the clock, averaging 10,058 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 SA05 BLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,642 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,058 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SA05 BLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SA05 BLU
What car is SA05 BLU?
SA05 BLU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SA05 BLU?
The last recorded mileage for SA05 BLU was 164,642 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA05 BLU passed its MOT?
SA05 BLU has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2020.
Is SA05 BLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA05 BLU 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 SA05 BLU?
SA05 BLU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.