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Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LB04 XJFMOT history

LB04 XJF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 204,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2024
Mileage
204,823 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 XJF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 XJF was last recorded at 204,823 miles on 10 Oct 2023, 5,629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,194 miles · 17 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
5,629 miles
Average per year
9,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 204,823 miles
  • 2022 – 199,194 miles
  • 2021 – 194,963 miles
  • 2020 – 192,146 miles
  • 2019 – 184,149 miles
  • 2018 – 177,605 miles
  • 2017 – 173,099 miles
  • 2016 – 169,091 miles
  • 2015 – 164,068 miles
  • 2014 – 158,629 miles
  • 2013 – 146,569 miles
  • 2012 – 128,103 miles
  • 2011 – 105,276 miles
  • 2010 – 75,920 miles
  • 2009 – 59,483 miles
  • 2008 – 47,508 miles
  • 2007 – 46,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,823 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement barrel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front both headlamps cloudy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,823 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    204,823 miles
    Test number
    772090790290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement barrel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail204,823 miles (+5,629)1 dangerous1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,823 miles
    Test number
    702770574474
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative vacuum pipe split (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement barrel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass199,194 miles (+4,231)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    199,194 miles
    Test number
    207849578695
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper brake light not working
    • AdvisoryFront both headlamps cloudy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement barrel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement barrel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (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. Pass194,963 miles (+13)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    194,963 miles
    Test number
    638077558834
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both cloudy. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console bush at rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most barrel bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console bush at rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most barrel bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail194,950 miles (+2,804)7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,950 miles
    Test number
    393333371674
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both headlamps cloudy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement barrel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement barrel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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. Pass192,146 miles (+7,997)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    192,146 miles
    Test number
    484200185521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement barrel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass184,149 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    184,149 miles
    Test number
    861360602918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush has small splits (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush has small splits (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail184,149 miles (+6,544)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,149 miles
    Test number
    304294667713
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush has small splits (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush has small splits (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass177,605 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    177,605 miles
    Test number
    417184840979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Fail177,604 miles (+4,505)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,604 miles
    Test number
    106082961681
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  11. Pass173,099 miles (+4,008)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    173,099 miles
    Test number
    210146002451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass169,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    169,091 miles
    Test number
    264630037256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail169,091 miles (+5,023)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,091 miles
    Test number
    614461739557
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass164,068 miles (+5,439)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    164,068 miles
    Test number
    247605605421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass158,629 miles (+12,060)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    158,629 miles
    Test number
    148692304171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteVery slight brake bind offside rear

  16. Pass146,569 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    146,569 miles
    Test number
    776346803114
    • NoteHeadlamp lenses are deteriorated but still have acceptable light output

  17. Fail146,569 miles (+18,466)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,569 miles
    Test number
    408666203135
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteHeadlamp lenses are deteriorated but still have acceptable light output

  18. Pass128,103 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    128,103 miles
    Test number
    395359102146
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail128,103 miles (+22,827)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,103 miles
    Test number
    506579302135
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass105,276 miles (+29,356)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    105,276 miles
    Test number
    808673001124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,920 miles
    Test number
    442785700193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail75,918 miles (+16,435)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,918 miles
    Test number
    250895200412
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass59,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,483 miles
    Test number
    234698809177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,483 miles (+11,975)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,483 miles
    Test number
    110058009183
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  25. Pass47,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,508 miles
    Test number
    214220618460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,508 miles (+1,228)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,508 miles
    Test number
    884600418199
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass46,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    46,280 miles
    Test number
    251595537435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 XJF

Does LB04 XJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 XJF expired on 18 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 XJF?
The MOT on LB04 XJF expired on 18 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 XJF done?
LB04 XJF was recorded at 204,823 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2023, an average of 9,664 miles a year.
Has LB04 XJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 XJF has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 XJF 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 XJF find?
LB04 XJF passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2023 with 11 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, and 8 more.

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