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Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

LB04 JZLMOT history

LB04 JZL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2025
Mileage
158,053 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 JZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 JZL was last recorded at 158,053 miles on 2 Jan 2024, 16,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,029 miles · 4 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
16,024 miles
Average per year
8,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 158,053 miles
  • 2023 – 142,029 miles
  • 2022 – 126,741 miles
  • 2021 – 117,010 miles
  • 2019 – 109,461 miles
  • 2018 – 109,322 miles
  • 2017 – 97,368 miles
  • 2016 – 84,051 miles
  • 2015 – 67,798 miles
  • 2014 – 60,612 miles
  • 2013 – 53,877 miles
  • 2012 – 46,579 miles
  • 2011 – 37,195 miles
  • 2010 – 26,404 miles
  • 2009 – 21,888 miles
  • 2008 – 17,125 miles
  • 2007 – 12,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,053 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,053 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    158,053 miles
    Test number
    592528318203
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail158,053 miles (+16,024)3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,053 miles
    Test number
    339141978050
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wipers (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass142,029 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    142,029 miles
    Test number
    692170471980
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail142,029 miles (+15,288)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,029 miles
    Test number
    714648829689
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass126,741 miles (+1)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,741 miles
    Test number
    729664259343
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail126,740 miles (+9,730)4 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,740 miles
    Test number
    309483840984
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass117,010 miles (+7,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,010 miles
    Test number
    197823826888
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass109,461 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,461 miles
    Test number
    527508279601
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail109,460 miles (+24)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,460 miles
    Test number
    702198774522
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel sinks to floor when brakes applied (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail109,436 miles (+114)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,436 miles
    Test number
    374185969831
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass109,322 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,322 miles
    Test number
    380628926084
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter to centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips through swept area of windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and sidewalls perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail109,322 miles (+11,954)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,322 miles
    Test number
    444052326587
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter to centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips through swept area of windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and sidewalls perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass97,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,368 miles
    Test number
    204942823606
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail97,368 miles (+13,317)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,368 miles
    Test number
    258066424430
    • 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 Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass84,051 miles (+16,253)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    84,051 miles
    Test number
    634083145314
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass67,798 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,798 miles
    Test number
    126806425136
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth Front Tyres Slightly Worn On Inner Edges
    • NoteOffside Rear Tyre Becoming Low On Tread

  17. Fail67,798 miles (+7,186)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,798 miles
    Test number
    615825225167
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth Front Tyres Slightly Worn On Inner Edges
    • NoteOffside Rear Tyre Becoming Low On Tread

  18. Fail60,612 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,612 miles
    Test number
    298019644478
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass60,612 miles (+6,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,612 miles
    Test number
    835899544168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass53,877 miles (+7,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,877 miles
    Test number
    927537943157
    • NoteWipers smear.....

  21. Pass46,579 miles (+9,384)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,579 miles
    Test number
    907707942100
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Pass37,195 miles (+10,791)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,195 miles
    Test number
    455598541129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,404 miles (+4,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    26,404 miles
    Test number
    940722930130
    • 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)

  24. Pass21,888 miles (+4,763)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    21,888 miles
    Test number
    840062259129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,125 miles (+4,599)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,125 miles
    Test number
    951537838126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,526 miles
    Test number
    561531347180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 JZL

Does LB04 JZL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 JZL expired on 12 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 JZL?
The MOT on LB04 JZL expired on 12 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 JZL done?
LB04 JZL was recorded at 158,053 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2024, an average of 8,757 miles a year.
Has LB04 JZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 JZL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 JZL 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 JZL find?
LB04 JZL passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2024 with 13 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 10 more.

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