The road tax status for FB04 HSL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for FB04 HSL?

The MOT for FB04 HSL is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 August 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of FB04 HSL?

The recorded mileage for FB04 HSL is 169,461 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FB04 HSL ULEZ compliant?

No, FB04 HSL 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 1.9L Diesel · FB04 HSL

FB04 HSL

2004 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 29/07/2004. Recorded mileage 169,461 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2004 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 04/08/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 169,461 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 169,461 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 1900cc

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FB04 HSL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 05/08/2024
169,461 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
14 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (12 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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FB04 HSL Mileage History

29/07/2022148,666 mi
06/08/2022148,675 mi+9 mi
03/08/2023159,046 mi+10,371 mi
03/08/2023159,080 mi+34 mi
05/08/2024169,461 mi+10,381 mi

Average of roughly 10,291 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FB04 HSL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 15:41

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Golf (FB04 HSL) between July 2022 and August 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 05 August 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 23 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 Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake caliper pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))”; “Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steer”; “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))”.

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