BG54 CNJ

2004 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year
2004
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1598 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
22 January 2027 (221 days away)
Last recorded mileage
19,496 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 58/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2004 Volkswagen has 21 MOT tests on record with a 90% pass rate and 19,496 miles. While it has a clean recent pass, the history of unaddressed wear items presents a significant risk.

The vehicle shows suspiciously low mileage before Sep 2021 (238 mi/yr equivalent), followed by a significant increase in annual usage, indicating inconsistent usage patterns.

Things to check

  • Jan 2026 FAIL: Vehicle failed MOT with no defect details provided; this is a serious red flag for unknown issues.
  • Recurring Subframe Advisory: Noted in 3 separate MOT tests (Sep 2020, Sep 2022, Jan 2026) — a critical structural component.
  • Recurring Suspension Arm Advisory: Appeared in 2 separate MOT tests (Sep 2020, Jan 2026) — indicates ongoing wear.
  • Recurring Brake Disc Advisory: Found in 2 separate MOT tests (Sep 2020, Jan 2026) — points to a recurring issue.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until 2027-01-22: Offers immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.
  • No recent MOT failures: The most recent MOT pass in Jan 2026 is a positive sign for current condition.
  • Consistent mileage trajectory: Once past the initial low usage, annual mileage has been consistent, indicating regular use.
  • Euro NCAP 5-star safety rating: This model has a strong safety record, which is a significant positive.

Mileage history

Sep 2007: 19,496 mi PASSSep 2008: 23,934 mi PASSSep 2009: 28,047 mi PASSSep 2010: 31,725 mi PASSAug 2011: 35,661 mi FAILAug 2011: 35,661 mi PASSSep 2012: 39,378 mi PASSAug 2013: 43,355 mi PASSSep 2014: 48,393 mi PASSSep 2015: 49,911 mi PASSSep 2016: 52,459 mi PASSSep 2017: 55,053 mi PASSSep 2018: 58,131 mi PASSSep 2019: 60,285 mi PASSSep 2020: 61,812 mi PASSSep 2021: 62,059 mi PASSSep 2022: 68,511 mi PASSSep 2023: 73,186 mi PASSAug 2024: 77,757 mi PASSJan 2026: 85,480 mi FAILJan 2026: 85,480 mi PASS85k52k19kSep 2007Jan 2026

MOT test history — 19/21 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Sep 2007 PASS 19,496 mi None recorded
Sep 2008 PASS 23,934 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Sep 2009 PASS 28,047 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Sep 2010 PASS 31,725 mi None recorded
Aug 2011 FAIL 35,661 mi
FAIL Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
USER ENTERED o/s rear tyre cracking up
Aug 2011 PASS 35,661 mi
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Sep 2012 PASS 39,378 mi
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Aug 2013 PASS 43,355 mi None recorded
Sep 2014 PASS 48,393 mi None recorded
Sep 2015 PASS 49,911 mi
ADVISORY Front TYRES ON 3MMS. TREAD WEARING OFF INNER EDGES.
Sep 2016 PASS 52,459 mi None recorded
Sep 2017 PASS 55,053 mi None recorded
Sep 2018 PASS 58,131 mi None recorded
Sep 2019 PASS 60,285 mi
ADVISORY brake servo pipe cracked still working
MINOR Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Sep 2020 PASS 61,812 mi
MINOR Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Sep 2021 PASS 62,059 mi None recorded
Sep 2022 PASS 68,511 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Items removed from driver's view prior to test
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Sep 2023 PASS 73,186 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MINOR Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Aug 2024 PASS 77,757 mi
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Jan 2026 FAIL 85,480 mi
ADVISORY Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both
ADVISORY Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
PRS Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Jan 2026 PASS 85,480 mi
ADVISORY Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both
ADVISORY Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BG54 CNJ, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.