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AD04 KPA

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,095 mi
Last recorded124,095 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2016 124,095 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 107,585 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 93,139 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 77,282 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 66,729 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 59,376 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 59,376 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 53,749 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 53,736 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 44,227 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 38,407 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 38,407 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 28,453 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 28,453 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 KPA is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KPA, 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 KPA registered?

AD04 KPA is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 2004.

Is AD04 KPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 KPA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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