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VT04 SFJ

2004 Volkswagen Multivan

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

315,774 mi
Last recorded315,774 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Multivan234,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT04 SFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 315,774 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 315,774 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR WISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR WISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 311,854 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 311,854 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 306,729 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 300,933 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 295,727 miles

Nearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust box delaminating

Fail 12 Aug 2021 295,727 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust box delaminating

Pass 15 Nov 2019 292,867 miles

Rear exhaust getting corroded rear box

Pass 29 Nov 2018 287,474 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 287,473 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 279,809 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 273,501 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 273,501 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 265,984 miles

Exhaust corroded

Head light tape fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 265,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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VT04 SFJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Multivan in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 234,953 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VT04 SFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VT04 SFJ registered?

VT04 SFJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is VT04 SFJ safe to buy?

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