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AD54 GVK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 GVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 139,193 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 136,689 miles

Front Lower Oil leak ()

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bith sides (2.4.G.2)

Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement traling arms both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 127,391 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 127,491 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 127,456 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 101,584 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 96,424 miles

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

o/s/r brake binding

o/s/r tyre side walls starting to split

Pass 7 Feb 2012 74,697 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 51,587 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 13 Feb 2010 46,164 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 40,120 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 31,493 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 GVK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GVK, 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 GVK registered?

AD54 GVK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 February 2005.

Is AD54 GVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 GVK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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