Official DVLA Record

2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · AP53 ABO

AP53 ABO

2004 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2004. Recorded mileage 219,739 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2004 · Norwich
MOT Status
Valid until 01/07/2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
219,739 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 01/07/2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2004
Engine
1896cc
Mechanical Assessment

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AP53 ABO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2025
  • 219,739 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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AP53 ABO Mileage History

  1. 12/12/2022197,944 mi
  2. 12/12/2022197,944 mi
  3. 29/06/2024208,019 mi+10,075 mi
  4. 27/06/2025219,676 mi+11,657 mi
  5. 03/07/2025219,739 mi+63 mi

Average of roughly 8,523 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AP53 ABO MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Aug 2026, 16:22
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Golf (AP53 ABO) between December 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 03 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.

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