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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,600 cc

LO04 RFZMOT history

LO04 RFZ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 51,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

LO04 RFZ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
51,980 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 RFZ
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
31 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 RFZ was last recorded at 51,980 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,977 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,980 miles
  • 2025 – 48,878 miles
  • 2024 – 43,123 miles
  • 2023 – 40,551 miles
  • 2022 – 39,519 miles
  • 2021 – 38,418 miles
  • 2019 – 37,924 miles
  • 2018 – 35,949 miles
  • 2017 – 34,281 miles
  • 2016 – 32,928 miles
  • 2015 – 31,090 miles
  • 2014 – 28,550 miles
  • 2013 – 25,921 miles
  • 2012 – 24,719 miles
  • 2011 – 23,179 miles
  • 2010 – 20,907 miles
  • 2009 – 17,655 miles
  • 2008 – 15,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,980 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,980 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    51,980 miles
    Test number
    607956231881
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail51,977 miles (+3,099)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,977 miles
    Test number
    906199985710
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass48,878 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    48,878 miles
    Test number
    317739551142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail48,877 miles (+5,754)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,877 miles
    Test number
    767404069609
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass43,123 miles (+2,572)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    43,123 miles
    Test number
    334521424752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,551 miles (+50)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    40,551 miles
    Test number
    919019075285
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail40,501 miles (+54)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,501 miles
    Test number
    738177217818
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail40,447 miles (+928)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,447 miles
    Test number
    620838063695
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass39,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    39,519 miles
    Test number
    928966140900
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Washers not hitting rear window

  10. Fail39,519 miles (+1,101)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,519 miles
    Test number
    606177325669
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Washers not hitting rear window

  11. Pass38,418 miles (+494)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    38,418 miles
    Test number
    724130083527
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot can't be open
    • AdvisoryDashboard glass slight damage

  12. Pass37,924 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,924 miles
    Test number
    367604909370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,920 miles (+1,971)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,920 miles
    Test number
    428038866401
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  14. Pass35,949 miles (+1,668)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    35,949 miles
    Test number
    724676469146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,281 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    34,281 miles
    Test number
    813248417817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    32,928 miles
    Test number
    707299666239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,928 miles (+1,838)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,928 miles
    Test number
    474234288615
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass31,090 miles (+2,540)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    31,090 miles
    Test number
    858194384262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,550 miles (+2,629)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    28,550 miles
    Test number
    445415124370
    • NoteNearside rear tyre showing cracks.

  20. Pass25,921 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    25,921 miles
    Test number
    659272103346
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are showing cracks.
    • NoteNearside front tyre showing cracks.

  21. Fail25,921 miles (+1,202)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,921 miles
    Test number
    597202003354
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are showing cracks.
    • NoteNearside front tyre showing cracks.

  22. Pass24,719 miles (+1,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    24,719 miles
    Test number
    805071322390
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass23,179 miles (+1,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    23,179 miles
    Test number
    116371421321
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass22,056 miles (+1,149)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,056 miles
    Test number
    139097301014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,907 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,907 miles
    Test number
    664217000037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,655 miles (+1,858)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    17,655 miles
    Test number
    544055519040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,797 miles
    Test number
    124159228433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail15,797 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,797 miles
    Test number
    743159928028
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Questions about LO04 RFZ

Does LO04 RFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 RFZ is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO04 RFZ?
The MOT on LO04 RFZ is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 RFZ done?
LO04 RFZ was recorded at 51,980 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 1,997 miles a year.
Has LO04 RFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 RFZ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LO04 RFZ 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 RFZ find?
LO04 RFZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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