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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

LO04 CMUMOT history

LO04 CMU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 111,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

LO04 CMU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
111,393 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 CMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 CMU was last recorded at 111,393 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 3,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,389 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,004 miles
Average per year
5,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,393 miles
  • 2025 – 108,389 miles
  • 2024 – 100,646 miles
  • 2023 – 99,948 miles
  • 2021 – 90,108 miles
  • 2020 – 85,196 miles
  • 2019 – 83,362 miles
  • 2018 – 80,805 miles
  • 2016 – 65,175 miles
  • 2015 – 54,037 miles
  • 2014 – 47,102 miles
  • 2013 – 42,878 miles
  • 2011 – 39,734 miles
  • 2009 – 34,118 miles
  • 2008 – 27,178 miles
  • 2007 – 17,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,393 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorStop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Nearside + Offside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Slight play in wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + tyre damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,393 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    111,393 miles
    Test number
    137449482495
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail111,393 miles (+3,004)1 repaired4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,393 miles
    Test number
    426313745308
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass108,389 miles (+7,743)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    108,389 miles
    Test number
    190601944495
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,646 miles (+698)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,646 miles
    Test number
    413463920462
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

  5. Pass99,948 miles4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    99,948 miles
    Test number
    959305280128
    • MinorFront Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Nearside + Offside (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in wheel
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + tyre damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front + nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays/Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

  6. Fail99,948 miles (+9,840)2 dangerous10 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,948 miles
    Test number
    460498613810
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Nearside + Offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component insecurely attached coil spring (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Nearside + Offside (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + tyre damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays/Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

  7. Pass90,108 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,108 miles
    Test number
    184547319268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,196 miles (+1,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,196 miles
    Test number
    596237008165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass83,362 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,362 miles
    Test number
    768826851711
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail83,361 miles (+2,556)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,361 miles
    Test number
    360355317254
    • MajorEmissions not tested vehicle over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass80,805 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,805 miles
    Test number
    314472785166
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail80,805 miles (+2,623)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,805 miles
    Test number
    196472455252
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass78,182 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,182 miles
    Test number
    760877001653
    • AdvisoryCentral Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens cracked but not effecting beam image

  14. Fail78,177 miles (+13,002)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,177 miles
    Test number
    308768997461
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens cracked but not effecting beam image

  15. Pass65,175 miles (+11,138)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    65,175 miles
    Test number
    783864170307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,037 miles (+6,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,037 miles
    Test number
    546689686091
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass47,102 miles (+4,224)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,102 miles
    Test number
    237999494147
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Pass42,878 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,878 miles
    Test number
    848149173144
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall has slight cut

  19. Fail42,878 miles (+3,144)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,878 miles
    Test number
    527308573158
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall has slight cut

  20. Pass39,734 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    39,734 miles
    Test number
    628104491142
    • NoteNearside rear tyre nailed in the centre
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt not fully tested due too child seat fitted
    • NoteRadiator leaking
    • NoteSmall cut on nearside front outer wall tyre

  21. Fail39,734 miles (+5,616)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,734 miles
    Test number
    907114291145
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre nailed in the centre
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt not fully tested due too child seat fitted
    • NoteRadiator leaking
    • NoteSmall cut on nearside front outer wall tyre

  22. Pass34,118 miles (+6,940)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,118 miles
    Test number
    472186909259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,178 miles (+9,223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,178 miles
    Test number
    164584898113
    • 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)

  24. Pass17,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,955 miles
    Test number
    271561597122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO04 CMU

Does LO04 CMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 CMU is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO04 CMU?
The MOT on LO04 CMU is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 CMU done?
LO04 CMU was recorded at 111,393 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 5,028 miles a year.
Has LO04 CMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 CMU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LO04 CMU 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 LO04 CMU find?
LO04 CMU passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both, and 4 more.

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