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AD54 GZL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,262 mi
Last recorded105,262 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 105,262 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Fail 8 Feb 2016 105,262 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking fuel filter (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2015 99,689 miles

rusty discs front and rear

Pass 28 Jan 2014 94,233 miles

slight exhaust blow from flexi pipe

Fail 24 Jan 2014 94,233 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

slight exhaust blow from flexi pipe

Pass 31 Jan 2013 87,779 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 80,394 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 70,083 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 56,711 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 44,601 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 31,983 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 GZL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GZL, 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 GZL registered?

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

Is AD54 GZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 GZL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD54 GZL have outstanding finance?

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