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AD54 MKX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

130,246 mi
Last recorded130,246 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 MKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 130,246 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear covered in under seal

both outer sills covered in under seal

both rear sill areas is damaged / corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2020 127,725 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front wing damaged and corroded

both rear sill areas damaged and corroded

under trays fitted

all wheel arch es corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2020 127,721 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

under trays fitted

all wheel arch es corroded

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front wing damaged and corroded

both rear sill areas damaged and corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2019 123,104 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Jan 2019 123,097 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust system insecure centre exhaust sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 119,599 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly at time of test

under trays fitted

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jan 2018 119,591 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly at time of test

under trays fitted

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 115,062 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2016 108,205 miles

engine & underside covers fitted.

Pass 19 Jan 2015 98,809 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 87,794 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Jan 2014 87,794 miles

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 81,139 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 75,116 miles

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

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

wipers slight smear

Pass 14 Jan 2011 66,225 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Jan 2011 66,225 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jan 2010 57,265 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 57,265 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2010 57,258 miles

Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 45,182 miles

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

wipers beginning to smear.

Fail 9 Jan 2009 45,182 miles

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

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

wipers beginning to smear.

Pass 28 Jan 2008 34,599 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 MKX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 MKX, 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 MKX registered?

AD54 MKX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is AD54 MKX safe to buy?

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