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When is the MOT due for DC04 ABV?

The MOT for DC04 ABV is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of DC04 ABV?

The recorded mileage for DC04 ABV is 131,721 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is DC04 ABV ULEZ compliant?

No, DC04 ABV 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

MOT Valid

2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · DC04 ABV

DC04 ABV

2004 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30/07/2004. Recorded mileage 131,721 miles. MOT valid until 29/07/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2004 · Chester
MOT Status: Valid until 29/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 131,721 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 131,721 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2004
Engine: 1598cc

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DC04 ABV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
131,721 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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DC04 ABV Mileage History

31/07/2023122,292 mi
19/07/2024125,939 mi+3,647 mi
29/07/2025129,540 mi+3,601 mi
22/07/2026131,718 mi+2,178 mi
22/07/2026131,721 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 3,168 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DC04 ABV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Jul 2026, 00:32

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Golf (DC04 ABV) between July 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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: “Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i)”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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