2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · LR54 AOX

The vehicle last passed MOT on 2022‑04‑02 at 91,253 mi, recording only a nearside front brake pipe damage under advisory 1.1.11(c). The preceding test on 2022‑03‑31 had failed with multiple defects: both headlamp lenses seriously defective, incorrect beam aim, non‑functioning rear stop and front position lamps, missing side repeater, deteriorated registration plate, worn suspension arm pins, compromised anti‑roll bar dust covers, split CV boots and reduced rear shock damping. A 2021‑01‑12 pass showed only minor headlamp contamination, a slightly damaged front tyre and deteriorated anti‑roll bar dust covers. The sequence indicates an improvement after the March 2022 failure, yet wear in suspension, braking and drivetrain components persists. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a 22‑year‑old car, averaging roughly 4,150 mi per year. The log shows a steady rise from 48,436 mi in July 2012 to 91,253 mi by April 2022, with the largest jump occurring between the January 2021 test (84,367 mi) and the April 2022 test (91,253 mi) in about seven months, suggesting a period of heavier use or a single high‑mileage event. After April 2022 no further MOT entries appear up to July 2026, indicating a gap of over four years without official roadworthiness verification. A buyer should inspect the braking system for pipe condition, disc wear and fluid integrity; examine suspension components including front inner arm pins, anti‑roll bar linkage dust covers and rear shock absorber damping; check front CV joint boots for splits and verify boot security; assess headlamp lenses and aim, all exterior lamps and the side repeaters; measure tyre tread depth and look for uneven wear; verify the registration plate condition and search for corrosion or rust on chassis components given the vehicle’s age.