2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · LC54 KVL
2004 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 12 Nov 2004. Recorded mileage 158,399 miles. MOT expired on 09 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,399 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LC54 KVL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2025
- 158,399 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LC54 KVL MOT History
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 (LC54 KVL) between October 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 September 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: Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Headlamp aim unable to be tested Both dip beams are not working (4.1.2 (b))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Eml on (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
LC54 KVL Mileage History
- 04/10/2023153,976 mi
- 04/10/2023153,978 mi+2 mi
- 23/09/2024156,599 mi+2,621 mi
- 23/09/2024156,601 mi+2 mi
- 23/09/2025158,399 mi+1,798 mi
Average of roughly 2,243 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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