The road tax status for WV54 XTA is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for WV54 XTA?

The MOT for WV54 XTA is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 August 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of WV54 XTA?

The recorded mileage for WV54 XTA is 179,491 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is WV54 XTA ULEZ compliant?

No, WV54 XTA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · WV54 XTA

WV54 XTA

2004 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2004. Recorded mileage 179,491 miles. MOT expired on 24 Aug 2026.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2004 · Bristol
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 24 Aug 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 179,491 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2004

Engine

2000cc

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WV54 XTA Key Findings

28 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2025
179,491 miles recorded at latest MOT
9 historical MOT failures
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (16 mentions)

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WV54 XTA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 01:09

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28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Golf (WV54 XTA) between August 2007 and August 2025.

The record contains 19 passes and 9 failures.

The most recent test on 26 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (16 issues), Lighting (16 issues), Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 38 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: “Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))”.

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WV54 XTA Mileage History

23/08/200771,542 mi
22/08/200873,614 mi+2,072 mi
02/10/200976,164 mi+2,550 mi
22/09/201082,328 mi+6,164 mi
23/09/201082,330 mi+2 mi
11/10/201189,309 mi+6,979 mi
02/10/201295,715 mi+6,406 mi
14/10/2013100,727 mi+5,012 mi
09/10/2014106,735 mi+6,008 mi
09/10/2015111,838 mi+5,103 mi
13/12/2016117,742 mi+5,904 mi
15/12/2016117,742 mi
02/08/2017121,156 mi+3,414 mi
04/08/2017121,158 mi+2 mi
07/08/2018125,613 mi+4,455 mi
07/08/2018125,613 mi
06/08/2019135,155 mi+9,542 mi
06/08/2019135,155 mi
06/08/2020144,635 mi+9,480 mi
07/08/2020144,638 mi+3 mi
12/08/2021154,853 mi+10,215 mi
23/08/2021154,867 mi+14 mi
10/08/2022162,040 mi+7,173 mi
24/08/2023166,279 mi+4,239 mi
25/08/2023166,281 mi+2 mi
20/08/2024174,843 mi+8,562 mi
21/08/2024174,843 mi
26/08/2025179,491 mi+4,648 mi

Average of roughly 5,994 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

1 dangerous defects found recently

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