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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 169,186 miles on the clock, averaging 27,868 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 SW04 MXG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,186 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 27,868 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | SW04 MXG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SW04 MXG
What car is SW04 MXG?
SW04 MXG is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2004.
What is the mileage of SW04 MXG?
The last recorded mileage for SW04 MXG was 169,186 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW04 MXG passed its MOT?
SW04 MXG has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2010.
Is SW04 MXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW04 MXG 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 SW04 MXG?
SW04 MXG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.