Volkswagen Golf
Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc
LB04 BWCMOT history
LB04 BWC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 160,086 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 6 Feb 2026
- Mileage
- 160,086 mi
- At MOT on 25 Jan 2025
- MOT tests
- 22
- 18 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 8,203 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB04 BWC
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 18 May 2004
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 25 Jan 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB04 BWC was last recorded at 160,086 miles on 25 Jan 2025, 23,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 13 May 2011: 23,317 miles, lower than 29,056 miles on 26 May 2010.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 136,585 miles · 27 Jan 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 23,501 miles
- Average per year
- 8,203 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 160,086 miles
- 2024 – 136,585 miles
- 2023 – 119,234 miles
- 2022 – 97,824 miles
- 2021 – 92,683 miles
- 2019 – 85,673 miles
- 2018 – 76,145 miles
- 2017 – 73,478 miles
- 2016 – 69,706 miles
- 2015 – 60,943 miles
- 2014 – 53,257 miles
- 2013 – 43,762 miles
- 2012 – 36,482 miles
- 2011 – 23,317 miles
- 2010 – 29,056 miles
- 2009 – 25,255 miles
- 2008 – 21,920 miles
- 2007 – 14,962 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass160,086 miles
- MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor2 MOTs, 2019
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
22 tests since 18 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass160,086 miles (+23,501)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 160,086 miles
- Test number
- 378333031641
- MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass136,585 miles2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 136,585 miles
- Test number
- 305655849973
- MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Seats folded down during time of test
Fail136,585 miles (+17,351)4 repaired2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,585 miles
- Test number
- 410548609852
- Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Seats folded down during time of test
Pass119,234 miles (+21,410)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 119,234 miles
- Test number
- 864065728325
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass97,824 miles (+5,141)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 97,824 miles
- Test number
- 853065528408
- AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass92,683 miles (+7,010)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 92,683 miles
- Test number
- 348956310537
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass85,673 miles1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 85,673 miles
- Test number
- 390125529411
- MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail85,673 miles (+9,528)2 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,673 miles
- Test number
- 206796550491
- DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass76,145 miles (+3)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 76,145 miles
- Test number
- 794252761281
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail76,142 miles (+2,664)1 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,142 miles
- Test number
- 208525032294
- MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass73,478 miles (+3,772)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 73,478 miles
- Test number
- 378294775211
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass69,706 miles (+8,763)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 69,706 miles
- Test number
- 243573473318
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass60,943 miles (+7,686)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 60,943 miles
- Test number
- 958608915146
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass53,257 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 53,257 miles
- Test number
- 265089514112
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail53,257 miles (+9,495)4 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,257 miles
- Test number
- 535414314125
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteEngine Light On
Pass43,762 miles (+7,280)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 43,762 miles
- Test number
- 179358893007
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,482 miles (+13,165)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 36,482 miles
- Test number
- 788381822179
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,317 miles (-5,739)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 23,317 miles
- Test number
- 677893031190
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,056 miles (+3,801)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 29,056 miles
- Test number
- 653276340185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,255 miles (+3,335)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 25,255 miles
- Test number
- 774302659100
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass21,920 miles (+6,958)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 21,920 miles
- Test number
- 433225358164
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass14,962 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2008
- Odometer
- 14,962 miles
- Test number
- 420948737196
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB04 BWC
- Does LB04 BWC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LB04 BWC expired on 6 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LB04 BWC?
- The MOT on LB04 BWC expired on 6 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LB04 BWC done?
- LB04 BWC was recorded at 160,086 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2025, an average of 8,203 miles a year.
- Has LB04 BWC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB04 BWC has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2024.
- Has the mileage on LB04 BWC ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LB04 BWC find?
- LB04 BWC passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.
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