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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LE04 MLVMOT history

LE04 MLV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 100,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

LE04 MLV blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Dec 2026
Mileage
100,744 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 MLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 MLV was last recorded at 100,744 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 6,724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,020 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,724 miles
Average per year
4,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,744 miles
  • 2024 – 94,020 miles
  • 2023 – 88,112 miles
  • 2022 – 79,853 miles
  • 2021 – 73,483 miles
  • 2020 – 68,490 miles
  • 2019 – 59,680 miles
  • 2018 – 54,969 miles
  • 2017 – 51,180 miles
  • 2016 – 46,656 miles
  • 2015 – 44,650 miles
  • 2014 – 39,163 miles
  • 2013 – 32,901 miles
  • 2012 – 29,026 miles
  • 2011 – 26,027 miles
  • 2010 – 23,751 miles
  • 2009 – 21,114 miles
  • 2008 – 16,595 miles
  • 2007 – 10,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,744 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,744 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    100,744 miles
    Test number
    306468687927
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail100,774 miles (+6,754)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,774 miles
    Test number
    819163132626
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass94,020 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    94,020 miles
    Test number
    325818518203
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail94,020 miles (+5,908)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,020 miles
    Test number
    351855118665
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass88,112 miles (+43)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    88,112 miles
    Test number
    652526728867
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail88,069 miles (+8,216)3 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,069 miles
    Test number
    269511207296
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass79,853 miles (+6,370)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    79,853 miles
    Test number
    327207394302
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass73,483 miles (+164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    73,483 miles
    Test number
    539219350371
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail73,319 miles (+4,829)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,319 miles
    Test number
    129260786793
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective no beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective no beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass68,490 miles (+8,810)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,490 miles
    Test number
    298536137792
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass59,680 miles (+4,711)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,680 miles
    Test number
    307511070112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,969 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    54,969 miles
    Test number
    486341595456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,968 miles (+3,788)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,968 miles
    Test number
    512792011640
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass51,180 miles (+4,524)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    51,180 miles
    Test number
    676348420244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,656 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    46,656 miles
    Test number
    616235236565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,650 miles (+5,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,650 miles
    Test number
    786038545150
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail39,163 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,163 miles
    Test number
    328407044158
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass39,163 miles (+6,262)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,163 miles
    Test number
    576227944163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass32,901 miles (+3,875)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,901 miles
    Test number
    259917423419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,026 miles (+2,999)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    29,026 miles
    Test number
    547895142155
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass26,027 miles (+2,276)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,027 miles
    Test number
    588283341170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,751 miles
    Test number
    281054470117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,751 miles (+2,637)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,751 miles
    Test number
    530454270158
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass21,114 miles (+4,519)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    21,114 miles
    Test number
    673615809247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,595 miles (+5,864)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,595 miles
    Test number
    964346708292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    10,731 miles
    Test number
    683990407240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE04 MLV

Does LE04 MLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 MLV is valid until 30 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE04 MLV?
The MOT on LE04 MLV is valid until 30 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 MLV done?
LE04 MLV was recorded at 100,744 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 4,899 miles a year.
Has LE04 MLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 MLV has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LE04 MLV 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 MLV find?
LE04 MLV passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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