2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · S163 AJO
2004 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 134,394 miles. MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,394 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S163 AJO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/10/2026
- 134,394 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S163 AJO 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 (S163 AJO) between September 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
S163 AJO Mileage History
- 27/09/2022116,924 mi
- 20/10/2023121,809 mi+4,885 mi
- 24/09/2024126,515 mi+4,706 mi
- 15/10/2025130,827 mi+4,312 mi
- 08/10/2026134,394 mi+3,567 mi
Average of roughly 4,334 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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