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AD04 KRU

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

130,581 mi
Last recorded130,581 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 KRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 130,581 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 124,177 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 97,044 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 84,170 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 72,810 miles

cat broken and flex suspect

Fail 24 Sep 2012 66,897 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

catalytic convertor rattling

Pass 24 Sep 2012 66,897 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

catalytic convertor rattling

Pass 9 Jun 2011 63,415 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 63,393 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 49,065 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 33,393 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 33,391 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 24,359 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 24,357 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2007 15,361 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 KRU is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KRU, 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 KRU registered?

AD04 KRU is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 June 2004.

Is AD04 KRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 KRU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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