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AD54 EPU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

111,878 mi
Last recorded111,878 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 EPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 111,878 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 93,131 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 82,050 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 79,472 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 79,415 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 70,069 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 63,412 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 13 Oct 2011 53,836 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 44,840 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

front brake discs slightly worn

oil leak from both lower intercooler seals

wiperblades worn

Pass 9 Oct 2010 44,840 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

oil leak from both lower intercooler seals

wiperblades worn

Pass 23 Oct 2009 39,797 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 35,357 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 26,613 miles

handbrake 3/4 travel

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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AD54 EPU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 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 AD54 EPU, 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 21 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 AD54 EPU registered?

AD54 EPU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 January 2005.

Is AD54 EPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 EPU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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