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AD54 LNE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

153,238 mi
Last recorded153,238 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 LNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 153,238 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 149,046 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 133,765 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 133,165 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 120,004 miles

off side seat belt buckle cover damaged

slight distortion in near sise rear tyre

Fail 5 Dec 2014 120,003 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

off side seat belt buckle cover damaged

slight distortion in near sise rear tyre

Pass 4 Dec 2013 99,086 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 99,084 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 79,932 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 64,472 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 47,867 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 28,083 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 17,874 miles

o/s/f tyre on border line.

Fail 9 Dec 2008 17,874 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/f tyre on border line.

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 LNE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LNE, 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 LNE registered?

AD54 LNE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is AD54 LNE safe to buy?

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