2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · CN04 ACF

The September 2021 MOT at 139,717 miles passed, but the preceding September 2021 test at 139,587 miles recorded a seriously weakened rear brake disc and CO exceedance, indicating that the vehicle’s roadworthiness remains uncertain despite the latest pass. Recurring brake disc weakness, tyre edge wear and CO failures point to a pattern of neglect rather than steady improvement. The mileage record shows a steady increase from 93,351 miles in March 2013 to 139,717 miles in September 2021, averaging about 6,350 miles per year, which aligns with the car’s 22‑year age. The jump from 93,350 miles in March 2013 to 97,930 miles in January 2014 represents a 4,580‑mile rise in a single year, and the period from 2020‑08‑18 to 2021‑09‑08 saw an additional 5,284 miles, confirming regular use without major standing periods. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear brake assembly for cracks or severe wear, verify the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, and check the steering rack for excessive play, all of which were flagged in earlier tests. The history also records persistent CO exceedance, a major exhaust leak in 2019, and recurring tyre edge wear, so the exhaust system, tyre condition and parking brake efficiency merit close scrutiny. If the recent MOT included replacement of the rear brake disc and correction of the exhaust leak, the vehicle may be safe, but the repeated tyre wear and CO failures suggest that basic upkeep was inconsistent, making a thorough in‑person verification essential before purchase.