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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

LC04 XMVMOT history

LC04 XMV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 150,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LC04 XMV blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
150,288 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC04 XMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC04 XMV was last recorded at 150,288 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,282 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,288 miles
  • 2024 – 149,335 miles
  • 2023 – 148,251 miles
  • 2022 – 146,931 miles
  • 2021 – 145,717 miles
  • 2020 – 143,978 miles
  • 2019 – 142,530 miles
  • 2018 – 140,758 miles
  • 2017 – 139,179 miles
  • 2016 – 137,883 miles
  • 2015 – 136,100 miles
  • 2014 – 133,966 miles
  • 2013 – 131,428 miles
  • 2012 – 118,326 miles
  • 2011 – 102,821 miles
  • 2010 – 88,723 miles
  • 2009 – 74,636 miles
  • 2008 – 56,689 miles
  • 2007 – 43,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,288 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gasesRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,288 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    150,288 miles
    Test number
    527930633477
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail150,282 miles (+947)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,282 miles
    Test number
    795640646944
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass149,335 miles (+1,084)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    149,335 miles
    Test number
    255365322438
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass148,251 miles (+1,320)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    148,251 miles
    Test number
    695023700459
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass146,931 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    146,931 miles
    Test number
    820548165454
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail146,930 miles (+1,213)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,930 miles
    Test number
    895071738233
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass145,717 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    145,717 miles
    Test number
    658514324141
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail145,716 miles (+1,738)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,716 miles
    Test number
    388594432701
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass143,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,978 miles
    Test number
    709244770002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail143,978 miles (+1,448)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,978 miles
    Test number
    154509990525
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass142,530 miles (+1,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,530 miles
    Test number
    262520621684
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass140,758 miles (+1,579)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    140,758 miles
    Test number
    713440183760
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass139,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    139,179 miles
    Test number
    666293521462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,179 miles (+1,296)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,179 miles
    Test number
    640499463056
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  15. Pass137,883 miles (+1,783)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    137,883 miles
    Test number
    245500969217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass136,100 miles (+2,134)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    136,100 miles
    Test number
    727893042145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass133,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    133,966 miles
    Test number
    899840694249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail133,966 miles (+2,538)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,966 miles
    Test number
    619299884244
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass131,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    131,428 miles
    Test number
    388895883279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail131,428 miles (+13,102)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,428 miles
    Test number
    896320483276
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass118,326 miles (+15,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    118,326 miles
    Test number
    116372282288
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass102,821 miles (+14,098)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    102,821 miles
    Test number
    289086381207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass88,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    88,723 miles
    Test number
    270291990256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail88,723 miles (+14,087)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,723 miles
    Test number
    760682080274
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  25. Pass74,636 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,636 miles
    Test number
    442696889239
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail74,636 miles (+17,947)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,636 miles
    Test number
    382515089236
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass56,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    56,689 miles
    Test number
    851748388279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail56,689 miles (+13,162)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,689 miles
    Test number
    992713188242
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  29. Pass43,527 miles (+1,845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    43,527 miles
    Test number
    243528087203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass41,682 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,682 miles
    Test number
    294030317403
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LC04 XMV

Does LC04 XMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC04 XMV is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC04 XMV?
The MOT on LC04 XMV is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC04 XMV done?
LC04 XMV was recorded at 150,288 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 5,856 miles a year.
Has LC04 XMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC04 XMV has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LC04 XMV 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 LC04 XMV find?
LC04 XMV passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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