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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LS04 DHGMOT history

LS04 DHG is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 81,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

LS04 DHG black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
81,788 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 DHG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 DHG was last recorded at 81,788 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 2,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,286 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,502 miles
Average per year
4,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,788 miles
  • 2024 – 79,286 miles
  • 2023 – 77,824 miles
  • 2022 – 75,770 miles
  • 2021 – 70,853 miles
  • 2020 – 68,693 miles
  • 2019 – 63,122 miles
  • 2018 – 56,547 miles
  • 2017 – 50,917 miles
  • 2016 – 45,919 miles
  • 2015 – 39,236 miles
  • 2014 – 34,234 miles
  • 2013 – 29,584 miles
  • 2012 – 20,271 miles
  • 2011 – 10,355 miles
  • 2010 – 7,549 miles
  • 2009 – 6,320 miles
  • 2008 – 4,540 miles
  • 2007 – 2,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,788 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,788 miles (+2,502)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,788 miles
    Test number
    217020067960
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass79,286 miles (+1,462)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,286 miles
    Test number
    381146293449
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides;Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both sides top mountain slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass77,824 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,824 miles
    Test number
    196795802485
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail77,824 miles (+2,054)1 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,824 miles
    Test number
    121436177239
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass75,770 miles (+4,917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    75,770 miles
    Test number
    395411137439
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass70,853 miles (+2,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,853 miles
    Test number
    668263934032
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides brake discs lipped.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass68,693 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    68,693 miles
    Test number
    448678445257
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail68,693 miles (+5,571)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,693 miles
    Test number
    274324337412
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass63,122 miles (+6,575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    63,122 miles
    Test number
    197500424011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass56,547 miles (+5,630)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    56,547 miles
    Test number
    436887823180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,917 miles (+4,998)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,917 miles
    Test number
    363486070607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,919 miles (+6,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    45,919 miles
    Test number
    742783447741
    • 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)

  13. Pass39,236 miles (+5,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,236 miles
    Test number
    917022705283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass34,234 miles (+4,650)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,234 miles
    Test number
    928322804268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,584 miles (+9,313)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,584 miles
    Test number
    429263903224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,271 miles (+9,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,271 miles
    Test number
    479321992105
    • 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)

  17. Pass10,355 miles (+2,806)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    10,355 miles
    Test number
    375907291193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass7,549 miles (+1,229)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    7,549 miles
    Test number
    232645630144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass6,320 miles (+1,780)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    6,320 miles
    Test number
    844220429128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass4,540 miles (+1,584)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    4,540 miles
    Test number
    741644828149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass2,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    2,956 miles
    Test number
    282145427199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 DHG

Does LS04 DHG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS04 DHG is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS04 DHG?
The MOT on LS04 DHG is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS04 DHG done?
LS04 DHG was recorded at 81,788 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 4,270 miles a year.
Has LS04 DHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 DHG has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LS04 DHG 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 LS04 DHG find?
LS04 DHG passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides.

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