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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LR04 BWNMOT history

LR04 BWN is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 170,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

LR04 BWN blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
170,309 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR04 BWN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR04 BWN was last recorded at 170,309 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 5,470 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,839 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,470 miles
Average per year
6,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,309 miles
  • 2025 – 164,839 miles
  • 2024 – 162,055 miles
  • 2023 – 157,159 miles
  • 2022 – 151,807 miles
  • 2021 – 146,870 miles
  • 2020 – 143,750 miles
  • 2019 – 139,201 miles
  • 2018 – 132,716 miles
  • 2017 – 124,370 miles
  • 2016 – 117,572 miles
  • 2015 – 111,069 miles
  • 2014 – 104,893 miles
  • 2013 – 99,372 miles
  • 2012 – 91,665 miles
  • 2011 – 84,593 miles
  • 2010 – 75,962 miles
  • 2009 – 65,184 miles
  • 2008 – 54,333 miles
  • 2007 – 44,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,309 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,309 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    170,309 miles
    Test number
    195082865231
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail170,380 miles (+5,541)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,380 miles
    Test number
    903361701330
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass164,839 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    164,839 miles
    Test number
    144501363283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n s f and o s f upper top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Fail164,837 miles (+9)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,837 miles
    Test number
    918734047368
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n s f and o s f upper top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Fail164,828 miles (+2,773)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,828 miles
    Test number
    136777639582
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass162,055 miles (+4,896)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    162,055 miles
    Test number
    621373247438
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle heavy surface corrosion evident.
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s front lower (rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass157,159 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    157,159 miles
    Test number
    166638997810
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s & n/s front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear outer silencer skin corroded

  8. Fail157,159 miles (+5,352)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,159 miles
    Test number
    598093617420
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s rear outer sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s & n/s front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear outer silencer skin corroded

  9. Pass151,807 miles (+4,937)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,807 miles
    Test number
    786247295934
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
    • AdvisoryRear outer silencer skin corroded

  10. Pass146,870 miles (+3,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    146,870 miles
    Test number
    490240848027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner and outer pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass143,750 miles (+4,549)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    143,750 miles
    Test number
    362434829735
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner and outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded around front bush attachment

  12. Pass139,201 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    139,201 miles
    Test number
    706361301328
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  13. Fail139,201 miles (+6,485)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,201 miles
    Test number
    967000368724
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  14. Pass132,716 miles (+8,346)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,716 miles
    Test number
    255414387322
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2000 miles (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  15. Pass124,370 miles (+6,798)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    124,370 miles
    Test number
    257028749347
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin is deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged but not effecting drivers view.

  16. Pass117,572 miles (+6,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    117,572 miles
    Test number
    219824164160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage outside of swept area

  17. Pass111,069 miles (+6,176)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    111,069 miles
    Test number
    975889485034
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear axle corroded
    • NoteWindscreen damaged

  18. Pass104,893 miles (+5,521)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    104,893 miles
    Test number
    925529774095
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass99,372 miles (+7,707)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    99,372 miles
    Test number
    726819873041
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  20. Pass91,665 miles (+7,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,665 miles
    Test number
    335101582020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass84,593 miles (+8,631)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,593 miles
    Test number
    195335771461
    • NoteFront tyres need replacing in approx 3000 miles

  22. Pass75,962 miles (+10,778)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,962 miles
    Test number
    502339260040
    • NoteSmall damage to n/s screen

  23. Pass65,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    65,184 miles
    Test number
    830367079014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,184 miles (+10,851)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,184 miles
    Test number
    951367879072
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  25. Pass54,333 miles (+9,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,333 miles
    Test number
    721113478022
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass44,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,671 miles
    Test number
    931780987084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR04 BWN

Does LR04 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR04 BWN is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR04 BWN?
The MOT on LR04 BWN is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR04 BWN done?
LR04 BWN was recorded at 170,309 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 6,477 miles a year.
Has LR04 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR04 BWN has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR04 BWN 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 LR04 BWN find?
LR04 BWN passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 5 more.

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