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AD54 GZX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

183,229 mi
Last recorded183,229 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2016 183,229 miles

Front bumper inscure

Fail 8 Mar 2016 183,229 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front bumper inscure

Pass 23 Feb 2015 177,043 miles

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

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

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

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

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

WIRING TO BATTERY REQUIRES FUSE

Pass 7 Mar 2014 162,578 miles

note ,, blue tooth interferance rpm / oil temp bypassed

Pass 6 Mar 2013 150,123 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 150,123 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 133,740 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 133,738 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 161,641 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 161,641 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 98,858 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 83,647 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 57,116 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 57,116 miles

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

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 GZX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 GZX, 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 GZX registered?

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

Is AD54 GZX safe to buy?

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