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AD54 MKZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

171,884 mi
Last recorded171,884 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 MKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2017 171,884 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 167,185 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 160,761 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 152,851 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)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 141,268 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 137,836 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 134,820 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 130,849 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 118,497 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 118,497 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 102,963 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 102,963 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 19 Dec 2007 87,521 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 87,521 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 MKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc 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 MKZ, 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 MKZ registered?

AD54 MKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is AD54 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 MKZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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