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AD04 BKG

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

58,840 mi
Last recorded58,840 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 BKG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 58,840 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 57,982 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 56,019 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 54,917 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 51,571 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 51,571 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 47,976 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 47,976 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2014 43,610 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 43,610 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 39,385 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 33,712 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 31,151 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 23,893 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 22,869 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2008 22,869 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 22,291 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 22,291 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 BKG is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BKG, 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 BKG registered?

AD04 BKG is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 August 2004.

Is AD04 BKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 BKG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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