2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · RG04 AXP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in August 2025 at 102,471 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety and emissions standards. Following a failure in early August 2023, the vehicle has undergone three consecutive tests without any recorded defects, suggesting that the previous owner has addressed any identified issues and maintained a reliable mechanical standard. The mileage pattern is notably low for a vehicle 22 years of age, averaging approximately 4,658 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the car covered 8,167 miles, representing a consistent and low-intensity usage pattern of roughly 2,700 miles annually. This low annual mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain components and engine internals, though the long periods of inactivity associated with such figures can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components and seals, which are not always captured in a standard MOT test. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans, as older vehicles of this era are prone to corrosion in hidden areas. While the MOT record shows no advisories, the low mileage necessitates a close check of suspension bushes and tyre boots, which may perish from age rather than wear. Additionally, inspect the brake system for signs of pitting or seized calipers, as vehicles that are infrequently often develop surface rust on the discs despite having a clean test history.