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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LA04 ZRGMOT history

LA04 ZRG is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 155,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2022.

LA04 ZRG black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2023
Mileage
155,938 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA04 ZRG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA04 ZRG was last recorded at 155,938 miles on 7 Oct 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,935 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
7,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 155,938 miles
  • 2021 – 150,505 miles
  • 2020 – 149,615 miles
  • 2019 – 146,633 miles
  • 2017 – 138,938 miles
  • 2016 – 126,057 miles
  • 2015 – 115,128 miles
  • 2014 – 99,223 miles
  • 2013 – 92,510 miles
  • 2012 – 86,145 miles
  • 2010 – 77,223 miles
  • 2009 – 72,010 miles
  • 2008 – 65,334 miles
  • 2007 – 46,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,938 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive STRONG ADVISE (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear bumper loseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Both front suspension lower arm rear bushes deteriorating

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear drop link bushes deteriorating

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,938 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    155,938 miles
    Test number
    413053878108
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive STRONG ADVISE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear bumper lose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  2. Fail155,935 miles (+5,430)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,935 miles
    Test number
    304414782397
    • MajorCentral Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive STRONG ADVISE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear bumper lose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  3. Pass150,505 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    150,505 miles
    Test number
    645176559064
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail150,500 miles (+885)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,500 miles
    Test number
    280693855628
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass149,615 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    149,615 miles
    Test number
    890076243702
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door hasn corrosion on bottom of door
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail149,615 miles (+2,982)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,615 miles
    Test number
    748831461488
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door hasn corrosion on bottom of door
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass146,633 miles (+2)1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    146,633 miles
    Test number
    992655675365
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage all around vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged and taped up
  8. Fail146,631 miles (+7,693)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,631 miles
    Test number
    657276221097
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit (1.0) vehicle made (2.16 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage all around vehicle
  9. Pass138,938 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    138,938 miles
    Test number
    373620635935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate lamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUndertray damaged
  10. Fail138,936 miles (+12,879)1 dangerous1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,936 miles
    Test number
    282330854737
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advise (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advise (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advise (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate lamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUndertray damaged
  11. Pass126,057 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    126,057 miles
    Test number
    290832060958
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension lower arm rear bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers leave slight smear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront drop links deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear drop link bushes deteriorating
  12. Fail126,057 miles (+10,929)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,057 miles
    Test number
    252615809725
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 91V (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 91V (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension lower arm rear bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers leave slight smear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront drop links deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear drop link bushes deteriorating
  13. Pass115,128 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    115,128 miles
    Test number
    202016736744
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension lower arm rear bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower arm front bush has play (strong advise
    • AdvisoryNearside front upper ball joint gaitor deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside inner driveshaft gaitor deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside front drop link upper ball joint gaitor deteriorating (strong advise
    • AdvisoryOffside outer driveshaft gaitor deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear drop link bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating deteriorating
  14. Fail115,128 miles (+8,114)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,128 miles
    Test number
    352608146557
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension lower arm rear bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower arm front bush has play (strong advise
    • AdvisoryNearside front upper ball joint gaitor deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside inner driveshaft gaitor deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside front drop link upper ball joint gaitor deteriorating (strong advise
    • AdvisoryOffside outer driveshaft gaitor deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear drop link bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating deteriorating
  15. Pass107,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,014 miles
    Test number
    408293325060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail107,014 miles (+7,791)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,014 miles
    Test number
    407485515018
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn inner edge
  17. Pass99,223 miles (+6,713)11 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,223 miles
    Test number
    177401814421
    • NoteBoth front suspension consul bushes are becomming badly perrished.
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses are becomming glazed.
    • NoteChild seat fitted to the O/S/R.
    • NoteRecommend the operation of the altenator "free wheel" pulley is checked at the next service.
    • NoteSat nav mount removed from the windscreen prior to test.
    • NoteThe N/S outer Cv gator is weeping grease.
    • NoteThe O/S/F tyre has 3mm of tread depth. The O/S/R is badly worn on the inner edge.
    • NoteThe centre rear engine mount is starting to split.
    • NoteThe oil level was found to be below the max mark.
    • NoteThe secondary bonnet catch is partly seized.
    • NoteWear noted on the front brake discs. The front pads are aprox 50% worn.
  18. Pass92,510 miles (+6,365)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    92,510 miles
    Test number
    708671913097
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteFront undertray noted damaged
    • NoteR/o/s tyre worn at inner edge
    • NoteRear pads low n/s & discs worn
  19. Pass86,145 miles (+8,922)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,145 miles
    Test number
    756920012017
    • NoteBoth of the front lower suspension arm bushes are perrished. (Consul bush)
    • NoteBoth of the rear tyres have aprox 3mm of tread depth.
    • NoteChild seat fitted to the N/S/R.
    • NoteESP turned off during RBT.
    • NoteThe O/S outer CV gator is weeping grease.
    • NoteThe O/S/F road wheel rim is slightly bent on the inner side.
    • NoteWear noted on the front brake discs.
  20. Pass77,223 miles (+5,213)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    77,223 miles
    Test number
    871720460290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,010 miles (+6,676)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    472740649254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,334 miles (+18,538)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,334 miles
    Test number
    282446928236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,796 miles
    Test number
    941154897167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA04 ZRG

Does LA04 ZRG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA04 ZRG expired on 6 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA04 ZRG?
The MOT on LA04 ZRG expired on 6 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA04 ZRG done?
LA04 ZRG was recorded at 155,938 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2022, an average of 7,163 miles a year.
Has LA04 ZRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA04 ZRG has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LA04 ZRG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LA04 ZRG find?
LA04 ZRG passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central front oil leak, but not excessive strong advise; central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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