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AD04 BLK

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,442 mi
Last recorded103,442 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 BLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 103,442 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 103,442 miles

Brake hose stretched (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 96,340 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension gets general corrosion

Pass 17 Dec 2015 88,590 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 87,230 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 129,463 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 114,846 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 100,158 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 89,061 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 71,480 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 59,379 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 48,193 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 BLK is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,600cc 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 AD04 BLK, 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 AD04 BLK registered?

AD04 BLK is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is AD04 BLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 BLK 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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