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AD54 GNJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,413 mi
Last recorded72,413 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 GNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 72,413 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 63,774 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perished and tread getting low

minor damage to offside sill

nearside mirror glass stuck over broken mirror glass

offside front outer cv gaitor has cv grease on it no sign of split.

wheel trims fitted to all road wheels unable to fully inspect wheel nuts/ bolts, brake pads ect.

Pass 23 Feb 2011 58,214 miles

all brake pads appear to be wearing thin

evidence of slight brake binding on both rear wheels

nearside door mirror casing has a part missing

nearside front tyre is worn

offside front tyre is nearing the limits of wear

unable to fully assess rear suspension coil springs due to the suspension arrangement

wheel trims are fitted to all roadwheels so I am unable to see the wheel nuts/bolts etc

Pass 20 Feb 2010 52,147 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 41,775 miles

offside outer sill dented

Pass 29 Jan 2008 31,062 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 31,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 GNJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GNJ, 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 GNJ registered?

AD54 GNJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 January 2005.

Is AD54 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 GNJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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