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AD54 KGV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,057 mi
Last recorded110,057 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 KGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 110,057 miles

Front brake discs corroded

engine oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2015 102,783 miles

n/s/r brake backplate corroded

Fail 5 Jan 2015 102,783 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

both front tyres wesaring low

n/s/r brake backplate corroded

o/s/r tyre wearing low and tread distorted

Pass 3 Dec 2013 93,673 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear brake back plates corroded

Fail 2 Dec 2013 93,673 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2012 80,575 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 80,575 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 68,313 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 60,399 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 57,006 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 51,773 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2009 46,406 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 36,707 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 KGV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KGV, 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 KGV registered?

AD54 KGV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is AD54 KGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 KGV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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