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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

LB04 NJJMOT history

LB04 NJJ is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 168,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
168,606 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 NJJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 NJJ was last recorded at 168,606 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,552 miles · 23 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
7,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,606 miles
  • 2025 – 168,552 miles
  • 2024 – 164,553 miles
  • 2023 – 157,609 miles
  • 2022 – 150,395 miles
  • 2021 – 141,538 miles
  • 2020 – 134,266 miles
  • 2019 – 123,772 miles
  • 2018 – 117,351 miles
  • 2017 – 115,476 miles
  • 2016 – 113,689 miles
  • 2015 – 108,486 miles
  • 2014 – 97,729 miles
  • 2013 – 89,454 miles
  • 2012 – 77,899 miles
  • 2011 – 65,786 miles
  • 2010 – 49,531 miles
  • 2009 – 40,297 miles
  • 2008 – 31,011 miles
  • 2007 – 21,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,606 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside Front to Rear Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met, Rear

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,606 miles (+54)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    168,606 miles
    Test number
    421284460625
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside Front to Rear Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met, Rear

  2. Fail168,552 miles (+3,999)4 dangerous2 major6 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,552 miles
    Test number
    749285128590
    • DangerousCentral Front Outer Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass164,553 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    164,553 miles
    Test number
    546280631010
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail164,551 miles (+6,942)5 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,551 miles
    Test number
    736553623578
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing All Four Wheels lock nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass157,609 miles (+7,214)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    157,609 miles
    Test number
    925397814873
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass150,395 miles (+8,857)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    150,395 miles
    Test number
    908441220637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass141,538 miles (+7,272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    141,538 miles
    Test number
    555169869925
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass134,266 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    134,266 miles
    Test number
    713502969022
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail134,266 miles (+10,494)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,266 miles
    Test number
    943615962306
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass123,772 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,772 miles
    Test number
    219561015895
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspicious markings on both outer sills
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail123,772 miles (+6,421)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,772 miles
    Test number
    444355468919
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspicious markings on both outer sills
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass117,351 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,351 miles
    Test number
    633775475382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,350 miles (+1,874)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,350 miles
    Test number
    942484410309
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass115,476 miles (+1,787)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    115,476 miles
    Test number
    279895609214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass113,689 miles (+5,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    113,689 miles
    Test number
    539572651647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass108,486 miles (+10,757)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,486 miles
    Test number
    538352625113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,729 miles (+8,275)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,729 miles
    Test number
    227105934429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,454 miles (+11,555)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    155330733105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,899 miles (+12,113)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,899 miles
    Test number
    707242742120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,786 miles (+16,255)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    65,786 miles
    Test number
    187251941169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,531 miles (+9,234)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,531 miles
    Test number
    340077530173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,297 miles (+9,286)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,297 miles
    Test number
    141728539129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,011 miles (+9,974)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,011 miles
    Test number
    283930158401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,037 miles
    Test number
    560143427145
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB04 NJJ

Does LB04 NJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 NJJ is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 NJJ?
The MOT on LB04 NJJ is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 NJJ done?
LB04 NJJ was recorded at 168,606 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 7,843 miles a year.
Has LB04 NJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 NJJ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 NJJ 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 NJJ find?
LB04 NJJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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