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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

LE04 HFZMOT history

LE04 HFZ is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 131,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

LE04 HFZ red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2026
Mileage
131,233 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 HFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE04 HFZ was last recorded at 131,233 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 7,283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,950 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,283 miles
Average per year
5,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,233 miles
  • 2025 – 123,950 miles
  • 2024 – 121,026 miles
  • 2023 – 113,743 miles
  • 2022 – 103,558 miles
  • 2021 – 98,720 miles
  • 2019 – 94,112 miles
  • 2018 – 88,235 miles
  • 2017 – 80,946 miles
  • 2016 – 76,380 miles
  • 2015 – 71,861 miles
  • 2014 – 65,195 miles
  • 2013 – 58,057 miles
  • 2012 – 50,960 miles
  • 2011 – 45,343 miles
  • 2010 – 41,667 miles
  • 2009 – 37,097 miles
  • 2008 – 30,627 miles
  • 2007 – 21,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,233 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail131,233 miles (+7,283)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,233 miles
    Test number
    651905249652
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass123,950 miles (+25)5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    123,950 miles
    Test number
    445847191326
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail123,925 miles (+31)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,925 miles
    Test number
    568147688115
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (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 lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail123,894 miles (+2,868)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,894 miles
    Test number
    142012579047
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass121,026 miles (+85)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    121,026 miles
    Test number
    819265540284
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail120,941 miles (+7,198)1 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,941 miles
    Test number
    290473060102
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass113,743 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,743 miles
    Test number
    322896828057
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail113,743 miles (+10,185)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,743 miles
    Test number
    865038808101
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested no images (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass103,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,558 miles
    Test number
    923804416265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail103,558 miles (+4,838)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,558 miles
    Test number
    151082053470
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass98,720 miles (+4,608)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,720 miles
    Test number
    901802330611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,112 miles (+5,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,112 miles
    Test number
    216173866118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass88,235 miles (+7,289)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    88,235 miles
    Test number
    652866119277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,946 miles (+4,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    80,946 miles
    Test number
    219843767649
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass76,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,380 miles
    Test number
    264430090570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,380 miles (+4,519)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,380 miles
    Test number
    269833786484
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass71,861 miles (+6,666)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    71,861 miles
    Test number
    946327123911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,195 miles (+7,138)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,195 miles
    Test number
    929605524385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,057 miles (+7,097)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,057 miles
    Test number
    916412233373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,960 miles (+5,617)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    50,960 miles
    Test number
    217099132338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,343 miles (+3,676)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,343 miles
    Test number
    235878421309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,667 miles (+4,570)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,667 miles
    Test number
    511858420345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,097 miles (+6,470)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,097 miles
    Test number
    960590929315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,627 miles (+8,749)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,627 miles
    Test number
    483910938357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,878 miles
    Test number
    381487447455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,878 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,878 miles
    Test number
    650456347271
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Questions about LE04 HFZ

Does LE04 HFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE04 HFZ expired on 13 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE04 HFZ?
The MOT on LE04 HFZ expired on 13 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE04 HFZ done?
LE04 HFZ was recorded at 131,233 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 5,792 miles a year.
Has LE04 HFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 HFZ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LE04 HFZ 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 LE04 HFZ find?
LE04 HFZ failed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; offside vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill, and 6 more.

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