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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

LB04 VUJMOT history

LB04 VUJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 110,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
110,443 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VUJ was last recorded at 110,443 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 1,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,779 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,664 miles
Average per year
4,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,443 miles
  • 2025 – 108,779 miles
  • 2024 – 104,647 miles
  • 2023 – 100,906 miles
  • 2022 – 95,217 miles
  • 2020 – 91,950 miles
  • 2019 – 87,398 miles
  • 2018 – 84,900 miles
  • 2017 – 80,484 miles
  • 2016 – 76,045 miles
  • 2015 – 71,215 miles
  • 2014 – 64,935 miles
  • 2013 – 57,648 miles
  • 2012 – 49,726 miles
  • 2011 – 42,449 miles
  • 2010 – 37,949 miles
  • 2009 – 30,634 miles
  • 2008 – 23,212 miles
  • 2007 – 17,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,443 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,443 miles (+1,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    110,443 miles
    Test number
    683487394619
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

  2. Pass108,779 miles (+14)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    108,779 miles
    Test number
    518153162633
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail108,765 miles (+4,118)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,765 miles
    Test number
    710062568722
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,647 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,647 miles
    Test number
    668439867672
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail104,647 miles (+3,741)2 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,647 miles
    Test number
    129592170901
    • DangerousOffside Upper Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all four in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald at inner edges

  6. Pass100,906 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,906 miles
    Test number
    259469400940
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps masks fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted obscuring some testable components

  7. Fail100,906 miles (+5,689)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,906 miles
    Test number
    307672150287
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps masks fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted obscuring some testable components

  8. Pass95,217 miles (+3,267)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,217 miles
    Test number
    196573196333
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass91,950 miles (+4,552)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,950 miles
    Test number
    361149730291
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted obscuring some testable components

  10. Pass87,398 miles (+2,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,398 miles
    Test number
    174216999875
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass84,900 miles (+4,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,900 miles
    Test number
    397628393462
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass80,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,484 miles
    Test number
    935148493912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,484 miles (+4,439)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,484 miles
    Test number
    828694197723
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass76,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,045 miles
    Test number
    937950822348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,043 miles (+4,828)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,043 miles
    Test number
    426296570191
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass71,215 miles (+6,280)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,215 miles
    Test number
    568330825176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,935 miles (+7,287)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,935 miles
    Test number
    269938324439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,648 miles
    Test number
    229193733175
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail57,648 miles (+7,922)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,648 miles
    Test number
    978153333136
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyres wearing unevenly.

  20. Pass49,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,726 miles
    Test number
    958969822181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,726 miles (+7,277)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,726 miles
    Test number
    109249022180
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  22. Pass42,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,449 miles
    Test number
    297936331117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail42,449 miles (+4,500)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,449 miles
    Test number
    437696031151
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  24. Pass37,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,949 miles
    Test number
    610110640164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail37,949 miles (+7,315)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,949 miles
    Test number
    844200440129
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass30,634 miles (+7,422)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,634 miles
    Test number
    380254539195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    23,212 miles
    Test number
    384743738193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail23,212 miles (+5,975)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,212 miles
    Test number
    974853038151
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass17,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    17,237 miles
    Test number
    384254637136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 VUJ

Does LB04 VUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 VUJ is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VUJ?
The MOT on LB04 VUJ is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 VUJ done?
LB04 VUJ was recorded at 110,443 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 4,980 miles a year.
Has LB04 VUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VUJ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 VUJ 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 VUJ find?
LB04 VUJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; gearbox mounting defective.

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