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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB04 CXLMOT history

LB04 CXL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2022 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 139,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2022
Mileage
139,259 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2023
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 CXL
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
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 CXL was last recorded at 139,259 miles on 17 Jan 2023, 209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jun 2015: 85,572 miles, lower than 85,869 miles on 3 Jun 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
139,050 miles · 8 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
209 miles
Average per year
7,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,259 miles
  • 2022 – 139,050 miles
  • 2021 – 130,969 miles
  • 2020 – 121,912 miles
  • 2019 – 111,911 miles
  • 2018 – 100,834 miles
  • 2016 – 97,264 miles
  • 2015 – 85,572 miles
  • 2014 – 68,078 miles
  • 2013 – 60,436 miles
  • 2012 – 55,462 miles
  • 2011 – 42,831 miles
  • 2010 – 35,872 miles
  • 2009 – 31,172 miles
  • 2008 – 23,257 miles
  • 2007 – 20,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail139,259 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front n/s/f door unable to open fully
  • AdvisoryNearside Front n/s/f wing and bumper damage
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f inner wing insecure
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail139,259 miles (+209)7 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,259 miles
    Test number
    190536739225
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front n/s/f door unable to open fully
    • AdvisoryNearside Front n/s/f wing and bumper damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f inner wing insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail139,050 miles (+8,081)5 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,050 miles
    Test number
    440051464107
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass130,969 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,969 miles
    Test number
    752611398031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail130,965 miles (+9,053)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,965 miles
    Test number
    196559394979
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass121,912 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    121,912 miles
    Test number
    173968950280
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm bushes slight worn

  6. Fail121,912 miles (+10,001)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,912 miles
    Test number
    511411595594
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm bushes slight worn

  7. Pass111,911 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,911 miles
    Test number
    666241798030
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge out shape inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged out shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail111,911 miles (+11,077)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,911 miles
    Test number
    482293830094
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge out shape inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged out shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass100,834 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,834 miles
    Test number
    990751854130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance may require to attention (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/r and n/s/r (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBonnet slight hard to open
    • AdvisoryEngine oil very low may require to attention very soon
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner cv gaiter has slight perished

  10. Fail100,834 miles (+3,570)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,834 miles
    Test number
    869366041555
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance may require to attention (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/r and n/s/r (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBonnet slight hard to open
    • AdvisoryEngine oil very low may require to attention very soon
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner cv gaiter has slight perished

  11. Pass97,264 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    97,264 miles
    Test number
    977740720713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance may require attention very soon (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil very low,may require attention
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre tread on 2mm,may require attention

  12. Fail97,227 miles (+11,655)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,227 miles
    Test number
    535072607050
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Front 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 Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance may require attention very soon (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil very low,may require attention
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre tread on 2mm,may require attention

  13. Pass85,572 miles (-297)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,572 miles
    Test number
    559890465155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWindscreen has alarge crack but does not effect drivers veiw of the road

  14. Fail85,869 miles (+17,791)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,869 miles
    Test number
    866344855155
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteEngine running lumpy

  15. Pass68,078 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    68,078 miles
    Test number
    235134634414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail68,059 miles (+7,623)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,059 miles
    Test number
    499344134137
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Pass60,436 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,436 miles
    Test number
    188082353198
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail60,436 miles (+4,974)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,436 miles
    Test number
    747100353101
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail55,462 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,462 miles
    Test number
    217192052120
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass55,462 miles (+12,631)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,462 miles
    Test number
    738622252191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,831 miles (+6,959)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,831 miles
    Test number
    318197741186
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/r tyre bald on inner edge

  22. Pass35,872 miles (+4,700)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,872 miles
    Test number
    214527430187
    • NoteChild seat fitted to r/n/s
    • NoteF/n/s tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteNail noted in the r/n/s tyre
    • NoteSections of the exhaust system noted rusty.
    • NoteSlight wear noted on both front brake disc

  23. Pass31,172 miles (+7,915)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,172 miles
    Test number
    723162259197
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBonnet very stiff to open
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteObstruction remover from windscreen before mot

  24. Pass23,257 miles (+3,099)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,257 miles
    Test number
    512424818186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,158 miles
    Test number
    364584747156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 CXL

Does LB04 CXL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 CXL expired on 14 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 CXL?
The MOT on LB04 CXL expired on 14 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 CXL done?
LB04 CXL was recorded at 139,259 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2023, an average of 7,609 miles a year.
Has LB04 CXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 CXL has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 CXL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 CXL find?
LB04 CXL failed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2023 with 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 19 more.

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