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AD54 KBE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,261 mi
Last recorded121,261 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 KBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2020 121,261 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 115,857 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 110,453 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 104,709 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 99,626 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2016 99,620 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Coolant level below minimum

Engine management lamp on dash

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

exhaust corroded

oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2015 94,935 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f brakes slight bind

Pass 23 Jan 2014 90,509 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 85,722 miles

horn

Pass 27 Jan 2012 76,040 miles

horn

Pass 22 Jan 2011 60,190 miles

horn/front brake imbalance

Pass 12 Jan 2010 47,203 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 36,809 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jan 2008 29,337 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 29,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 KBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KBE, 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 KBE registered?

AD54 KBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is AD54 KBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 KBE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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