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When is the MOT due for BL04 EFM?

The MOT for BL04 EFM is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 May 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of BL04 EFM?

The recorded mileage for BL04 EFM is 160,011 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BL04 EFM ULEZ compliant?

No, BL04 EFM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · BL04 EFM

BL04 EFM

2004 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 12/06/2004. Recorded mileage 160,011 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2004 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 11/05/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 160,011 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 11/05/2026

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Mileage: 160,011 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2004
Engine: 1598cc

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BL04 EFM Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 08/05/2026
160,011 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
19 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

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BL04 EFM Mileage History

26/04/2024148,175 mi
03/05/2024148,199 mi+24 mi
06/05/2025154,927 mi+6,728 mi
13/05/2025154,935 mi+8 mi
08/05/2026160,011 mi+5,076 mi

Average of roughly 5,826 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BL04 EFM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 15:56

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Golf (BL04 EFM) between April 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 29 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 Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer ”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.

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