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AD04 KUB

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,417 mi
Last recorded151,417 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 KUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2018 151,417 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 151,417 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 145,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cuts on inner wall/

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre low outer edge and near wear bars.

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

Fail 24 Nov 2017 145,341 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre cuts on inner wall/

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre low outer edge and near wear bars.

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 136,786 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 126,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 126,373 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 115,003 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 96,498 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 86,694 miles

rear tyres showing signs of perishing

Pass 22 Aug 2011 75,819 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 63,961 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 54,470 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 46,329 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 46,329 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 38,102 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 KUB is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc 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 KUB, 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 KUB registered?

AD04 KUB is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 August 2004.

Is AD04 KUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 KUB 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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