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AD54 GVZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

138,261 mi
Last recorded138,261 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 GVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2021 138,261 miles

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 134,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 126,708 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

offside side repeater damaged

Pass 3 Feb 2018 120,146 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays

Fail 3 Feb 2018 120,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under trays

Pass 28 Jan 2017 112,799 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2016 104,961 miles

under trays

Pass 5 Jan 2015 86,812 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 65,213 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 52,361 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 46,917 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 40,965 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 36,551 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 31,362 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 26,706 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 GVZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GVZ, 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 GVZ registered?

AD54 GVZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 January 2005.

Is AD54 GVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 GVZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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