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AD54 FKR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

194,491 mi
Last recorded194,491 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 FKR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 194,491 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2017 194,491 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper component (3.6.A.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 175,091 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

engine covers and under trays

engine light on

rear discs weathered

Pass 2 Jul 2014 144,553 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 123,875 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 97,298 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 82,879 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 82,796 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 65,210 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 61,160 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 52,477 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 43,875 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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AD54 FKR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FKR, 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.

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What year was AD54 FKR registered?

AD54 FKR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is AD54 FKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 FKR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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