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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,900 cc

LS04 BUVMOT history

LS04 BUV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 142,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2024.

LS04 BUV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2025
Mileage
142,625 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 BUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 BUV was last recorded at 142,625 miles on 5 Dec 2024, 2,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jan 2016: 112,195 miles, lower than 145,348 miles on 8 Apr 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,113 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,512 miles
Average per year
4,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,625 miles
  • 2023 – 136,588 miles
  • 2022 – 133,831 miles
  • 2021 – 130,599 miles
  • 2020 – 127,046 miles
  • 2019 – 123,520 miles
  • 2018 – 119,400 miles
  • 2017 – 115,252 miles
  • 2016 – 112,195 miles
  • 2015 – 145,348 miles
  • 2014 – 140,628 miles
  • 2013 – 135,188 miles
  • 2012 – 126,200 miles
  • 2010 – 118,303 miles
  • 2009 – 111,002 miles
  • 2008 – 87,906 miles
  • 2007 – 64,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,625 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • General corrosion over rear subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,625 miles (+2,512)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    142,625 miles
    Test number
    458516858684
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass140,113 miles (+3,525)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    140,113 miles
    Test number
    866243249558
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass136,588 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,588 miles
    Test number
    234673795040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid appears low but unable to fully inspect.
  4. Fail136,588 miles (+2,757)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,588 miles
    Test number
    267312524305
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid appears low but unable to fully inspect.
  5. Pass133,831 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    133,831 miles
    Test number
    434825471772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion over rear subframe
  6. Fail133,807 miles (+31)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,807 miles
    Test number
    809081957119
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper and lower dust cover split (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 Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (chalked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion over rear subframe
  7. Fail133,776 miles (+3,177)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,776 miles
    Test number
    940541941443
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass130,599 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    130,599 miles
    Test number
    166599574909
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear of nearside outer sill damaged
  9. Fail130,595 miles (+3,549)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,595 miles
    Test number
    839636120163
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding after parking brake released (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake lagging
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met (17%)
    • AdvisoryRear of nearside outer sill damaged
  10. Pass127,046 miles (+3,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,046 miles
    Test number
    313696685311
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass123,520 miles (+4,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    123,520 miles
    Test number
    195194054000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass119,400 miles (+4,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    119,400 miles
    Test number
    369366558610
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  13. Pass115,252 miles (+3,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,252 miles
    Test number
    503751353255
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres have wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are in a very poor condition
  14. Pass112,195 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,195 miles
    Test number
    509312714246
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers And Undertray Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake Slighty Binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail112,195 miles (-33,153)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,195 miles
    Test number
    341329990224
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers And Undertray Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake Slighty Binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass145,348 miles (+4,720)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    145,348 miles
    Test number
    826348595093
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs rusty
    • NoteN/s/r brake binding slight
    • NoteO/s door mirror glass cracked
  17. Pass140,628 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    140,628 miles
    Test number
    788324584047
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s screen washer poor
    • NoteO/s door mirror glass cracked
  18. Fail140,628 miles (+5,440)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,628 miles
    Test number
    279084784009
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s screen washer poor
    • NoteO/s door mirror glass cracked
  19. Pass135,188 miles (+8,988)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    135,188 miles
    Test number
    547136183055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront breake discs corroded
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass broken
  20. Pass126,200 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    126,200 miles
    Test number
    475454072075
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. PassMileage not read5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    758318931120
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s/f brake warning indicator loose
    • NoteRear engine mount worn
    • NoteUnable to read speedo
  22. FailMileage not read6 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    619743031192
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s/f brake warning indicator loose
    • NoteRear engine mount worn
    • NoteUnable to read speedo
  23. Pass118,303 miles (+7,301)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    118,303 miles
    Test number
    374956880152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass111,002 miles (+23,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    111,002 miles
    Test number
    223266739260
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  25. Pass87,906 miles (+264)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    87,906 miles
    Test number
    691425708161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail87,642 miles (+22,964)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,642 miles
    Test number
    284121708427
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  27. Fail64,678 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,678 miles
    Test number
    263474517100
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  28. Pass64,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    64,678 miles
    Test number
    703274717165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about LS04 BUV

Does LS04 BUV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS04 BUV expired on 4 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS04 BUV?
The MOT on LS04 BUV expired on 4 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS04 BUV done?
LS04 BUV was recorded at 142,625 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2024, an average of 4,424 miles a year.
Has LS04 BUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 BUV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS04 BUV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jan 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS04 BUV find?
LS04 BUV passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2024 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive.

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