The road tax status for YM04 MBY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for YM04 MBY?

The MOT for YM04 MBY is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 October 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of YM04 MBY?

The recorded mileage for YM04 MBY is 178,382 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is YM04 MBY ULEZ compliant?

No, YM04 MBY 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 · YM04 MBY

YM04 MBY

2004 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/06/2004. Recorded mileage 178,382 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2004 · Sheffield
MOT Status: Valid until 17/10/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 178,382 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 17/10/2025

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Mileage: 178,382 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 2000cc

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YM04 MBY Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 20/10/2025
178,382 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
11 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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YM04 MBY Mileage History

13/10/2022154,111 mi
19/10/2023164,421 mi+10,310 mi
08/10/2024168,330 mi+3,909 mi
20/10/2025178,382 mi+10,052 mi

Average of roughly 8,037 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

YM04 MBY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 10:36

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Golf (YM04 MBY) between October 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 October 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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: “Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides out”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”.

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