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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 168,238 miles on the clock, averaging 13,149 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 SB04 BYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,238 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,110 |
| Average per year | 13,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SB04 BYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SB04 BYD
What car is SB04 BYD?
SB04 BYD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SB04 BYD?
The last recorded mileage for SB04 BYD was 168,238 miles, recorded on 15 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB04 BYD passed its MOT?
SB04 BYD has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2017.
Is SB04 BYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB04 BYD 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 SB04 BYD?
SB04 BYD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.