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AD04 ATK

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,379 mi
Last recorded152,379 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 ATK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 152,379 miles

Advise both rear axle tyres close to legal limit.

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 145,772 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both rear shocks (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 144,203 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 144,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 130,414 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 130,414 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 118,818 miles

Engine warning lamp on

Pass 5 Jun 2013 106,442 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2013 106,415 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 94,516 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 94,516 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 83,466 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 73,481 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 62,339 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 48,637 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 35,887 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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AD04 ATK is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AD04 ATK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD04 ATK registered?

AD04 ATK is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 June 2004.

Is AD04 ATK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 ATK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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