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A5 YDX

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,832 mi
Last recorded92,832 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 YDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 92,832 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 87,678 miles

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Pass 11 May 2017 83,754 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 78,813 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 78,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake slightly binding

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 May 2014 66,070 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2013 56,778 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 52,734 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 48,153 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 42,885 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 37,431 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 35,043 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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A5 YDX is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 86,582 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 YDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A5 YDX registered?

A5 YDX is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 November 2004.

Is A5 YDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 YDX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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