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AC55 DEC

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,498 mi
Last recorded124,498 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC55 DEC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 124,498 miles

corrosion on underside of vehicle

Fail 26 Jun 2023 124,426 miles

Nearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Side repeater not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outter sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 115,002 miles

2x front headlights deteriorated

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

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

centre stop light not working

Fail 13 Aug 2021 114,992 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect X2 (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Side repeater not working X2 (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

2X Sills soft

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 98,804 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2x rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front inner edge wearing quicker than expected

Fail 18 Sep 2020 98,804 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2x rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front inner edge wearing quicker than expected

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 87,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Mar 2018 81,921 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 76,086 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sideb wall slight cuts

Pass 5 Mar 2016 74,112 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 68,696 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 63,331 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 57,741 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 50,987 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 45,910 miles

both rear discs pitted

Pass 23 Mar 2010 40,126 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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AC55 DEC is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 84,854 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 AC55 DEC, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AC55 DEC registered?

AC55 DEC is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 March 2007.

Is AC55 DEC safe to buy?

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