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AD54 GPE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,053 mi
Last recorded87,053 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 GPE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 87,053 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 87,053 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 81,993 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 22 Jan 2018 81,991 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 16 Jan 2017 77,649 miles

Offside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 73,051 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 68,575 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 63,667 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 58,295 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 58,294 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 53,067 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 47,624 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 47,624 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 40,936 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 34,616 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 28,257 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 GPE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GPE, 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 GPE registered?

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

Is AD54 GPE safe to buy?

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