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AD54 GOK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,583 mi
Last recorded81,583 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2016 81,583 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2016 81,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 78,876 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2015 78,875 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

There is an engine oil leak from the back of engine!

Pass 19 Mar 2014 72,896 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Mar 2014 72,895 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Mar 2013 67,981 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

front brake discs slightly worn inner edges

front brake pads 70% worn

Pass 15 Mar 2013 67,981 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn inner edges

front brake pads 70% worn

Pass 14 Mar 2012 63,409 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 63,409 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 56,210 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 56,193 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside doormirror damaged (replacement recomended asap)

offside front tyre on 2.5mil

Pass 10 Mar 2010 48,525 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 44,405 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 36,735 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 GOK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GOK, 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 GOK registered?

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

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