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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 148,389 miles on the clock, averaging 10,838 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 YA04 EKR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,389 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 10,838 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | YA04 EKR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About YA04 EKR
What car is YA04 EKR?
YA04 EKR is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2004.
What is the mileage of YA04 EKR?
The last recorded mileage for YA04 EKR was 148,389 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA04 EKR passed its MOT?
YA04 EKR has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2019.
Is YA04 EKR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA04 EKR 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 YA04 EKR?
YA04 EKR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.