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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,900 cc

LB04 BVUMOT history

LB04 BVU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 135,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
135,851 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BVU was last recorded at 135,851 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 6,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,255 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,596 miles
Average per year
5,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,851 miles
  • 2025 – 129,255 miles
  • 2024 – 127,950 miles
  • 2023 – 127,754 miles
  • 2019 – 126,363 miles
  • 2018 – 118,999 miles
  • 2017 – 111,678 miles
  • 2016 – 103,876 miles
  • 2015 – 97,466 miles
  • 2014 – 90,643 miles
  • 2013 – 83,877 miles
  • 2012 – 77,267 miles
  • 2011 – 69,649 miles
  • 2010 – 60,765 miles
  • 2009 – 50,240 miles
  • 2008 – 43,097 miles
  • 2007 – 34,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,851 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,851 miles (+6,596)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    135,851 miles
    Test number
    790579262148
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass129,255 miles (+1,305)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    129,255 miles
    Test number
    818920388401
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,950 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,950 miles
    Test number
    636546014865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass127,754 miles (+1,391)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    127,754 miles
    Test number
    452199034267
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass126,363 miles (+7,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,363 miles
    Test number
    633722895977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  6. Pass118,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,999 miles
    Test number
    923600016706
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Fail118,999 miles (+7,321)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,999 miles
    Test number
    152252342871
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass111,678 miles (+7,802)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    111,678 miles
    Test number
    294486034149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear rear pads wearing low

  9. Pass103,876 miles (+6,410)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    103,876 miles
    Test number
    162334290899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,466 miles (+6,823)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,466 miles
    Test number
    597488715174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,643 miles (+6,766)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,643 miles
    Test number
    608138714123
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre low in tread and perished.

  12. Pass83,877 miles (+6,610)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    83,877 miles
    Test number
    148493413164
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre perished.

  13. Pass77,267 miles (+12)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,267 miles
    Test number
    378745822165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail77,255 miles (+7,606)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,255 miles
    Test number
    437462622167
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass69,649 miles (+8,884)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,649 miles
    Test number
    347482501181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass60,765 miles (+10,525)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,765 miles
    Test number
    643946700146
    • NoteBoth console bushes perishing
    • NoteSlight damp patch in near side rear shock obsorber

  17. Pass50,240 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,240 miles
    Test number
    123457509149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Fail50,240 miles (+7,143)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,240 miles
    Test number
    243497109492
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  19. Pass43,097 miles (+8,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,097 miles
    Test number
    110588228131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass34,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,651 miles
    Test number
    131391537146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 BVU

Does LB04 BVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 BVU is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BVU?
The MOT on LB04 BVU is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 BVU done?
LB04 BVU was recorded at 135,851 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 5,348 miles a year.
Has LB04 BVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BVU has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on LB04 BVU 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 LB04 BVU find?
LB04 BVU passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 5 more.

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