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 1900cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 182,872 miles on the clock, averaging 12,648 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 VA04 TPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,872 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,235 |
| Average per year | 12,648 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | VA04 TPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About VA04 TPU
What car is VA04 TPU?
VA04 TPU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA04 TPU?
The last recorded mileage for VA04 TPU was 182,872 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA04 TPU passed its MOT?
VA04 TPU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 16 Jul 2019.
Is VA04 TPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA04 TPU 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 VA04 TPU?
VA04 TPU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.