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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LB04 BWHMOT history

LB04 BWH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 156,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2023
Mileage
156,315 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BWH was last recorded at 156,315 miles on 15 Feb 2022, 5,459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,856 miles · 18 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,459 miles
Average per year
8,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,315 miles
  • 2021 – 150,856 miles
  • 2020 – 150,329 miles
  • 2019 – 146,856 miles
  • 2018 – 128,911 miles
  • 2017 – 115,973 miles
  • 2016 – 107,438 miles
  • 2015 – 101,864 miles
  • 2013 – 96,767 miles
  • 2012 – 92,044 miles
  • 2011 – 86,358 miles
  • 2010 – 80,152 miles
  • 2009 – 72,313 miles
  • 2008 – 61,466 miles
  • 2007 – 37,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,315 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,315 miles (+5,459)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    156,315 miles
    Test number
    341227433720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass150,856 miles (+527)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,856 miles
    Test number
    603322886897
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens poor condition
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe

  3. Fail150,329 miles (+3,043)1 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,329 miles
    Test number
    895225084982
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake has low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses poor condition
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe

  4. Pass147,286 miles (+430)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,286 miles
    Test number
    738974917043
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail146,856 miles (+5,585)2 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,856 miles
    Test number
    156730106346
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens scratched (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens scratched (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass141,271 miles (+12,360)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    141,271 miles
    Test number
    362354474684
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass128,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    128,911 miles
    Test number
    131662308798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail128,911 miles (+12,938)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,911 miles
    Test number
    646176415305
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge on limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass115,973 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    115,973 miles
    Test number
    508051755099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under car covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside rear stepped on inner edge

  10. Fail115,973 miles (+8,535)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,973 miles
    Test number
    682769012906
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under car covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside rear stepped on inner edge

  11. Pass107,438 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    107,438 miles
    Test number
    254296507941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail107,427 miles (+5,563)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,427 miles
    Test number
    771978563252
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass101,864 miles (+18)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    101,864 miles
    Test number
    676956015014
    • NoteBoth front outer CV gaiters heavily split, but stil preventing in ingress of dirt
    • NoteFront lower suspension arm rear bushes perishing
    • NoteOffside rear inner sill damaged

  14. Fail101,846 miles (+5,079)1 failure7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,846 miles
    Test number
    366114715019
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteBoth front outer CV gaiters heavily split, but stil preventing in ingress of dirt
    • NoteFront lower suspension arm rear bushes perishing
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread depth on legal limit
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn excessively on both edges but not worn enough to reach cords
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc pitting
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding close to excessive
    • NoteOffside rear inner sill damaged

  15. Pass96,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    96,767 miles
    Test number
    835038233375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail96,767 miles (+4,723)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,767 miles
    Test number
    827258833318
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass92,044 miles (+5,686)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,044 miles
    Test number
    935903642371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass86,358 miles (+6,206)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,358 miles
    Test number
    779087031314
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass80,152 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    80,152 miles
    Test number
    641142840305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front suspension lower arm back rubber bushs slightly worn

  20. Fail80,152 miles (+7,839)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,152 miles
    Test number
    784012440332
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front suspension lower arm back rubber bushs slightly worn

  21. Pass72,313 miles (+10,847)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    72,313 miles
    Test number
    292142649353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass61,466 miles (+6,437)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    61,466 miles
    Test number
    222623948310
    • NoteOffsie front tyre wearing on inner edge

  23. Pass55,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,029 miles
    Test number
    214772328150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail55,029 miles (+17,672)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,029 miles
    Test number
    963992028136
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass37,357 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,357 miles
    Test number
    202901327185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB04 BWH

Does LB04 BWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 BWH expired on 14 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BWH?
The MOT on LB04 BWH expired on 14 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 BWH done?
LB04 BWH was recorded at 156,315 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2022, an average of 8,040 miles a year.
Has LB04 BWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BWH has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LB04 BWH 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 BWH find?
LB04 BWH passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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