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2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · HW54 EEB

HW54 EEB

2004 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 113,190 miles. MOT valid until 04 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2004 · Portsmouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 04 Mar 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
113,190 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 04 Mar 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
1600cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Volkswagen Golf is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 5 March 2026 at 113,190 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle has consistently passed its tests without any recorded defects or advisories over the last three years. The lack of flagged mechanical issues suggests a vehicle that has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards. The mileage is low for a twenty-two-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,145 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between January 2024, when the car sat at 97,174 miles, and March 2026, when it reached 113,190 miles. This period accounts for approximately 16,000 miles of travel, indicating a more active phase of use compared to the earlier history. While the MOT record is exceptionally clean, the absence of any recorded advisories over several years is unusual for a vehicle of this age. A buyer should specifically inspect the chassis and sills for corrosion, as structural rust often develops regardless of mileage. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, which can perish due to age and standing rather than wear. Verify the condition of the brake discs and pads to ensure they have not pitted or seized during periods of low use. Because the record shows no defects, a physical inspection should focus on the rubber components and fluid leaks that an MOT tester might overlook if they do not impact immediate roadworthiness.
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HW54 EEB Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
  • 113,190 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

HW54 EEB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
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 (HW54 EEB) between January 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 05 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

HW54 EEB Mileage History

  1. 19/01/202390,512 mi
  2. 19/01/202497,155 mi+6,643 mi
  3. 29/01/202497,174 mi+19 mi
  4. 26/02/2026112,987 mi+15,813 mi
  5. 05/03/2026113,190 mi+203 mi

Average of roughly 7,260 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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