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AD54 OFX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

92,225 mi
Last recorded92,225 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 OFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 92,225 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 89,105 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 86,465 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 86,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 83,639 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 83,639 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 80,424 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 77,518 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 75,125 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 72,041 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 72,041 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 68,861 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 65,100 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 61,725 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 57,433 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 57,430 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 53,550 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 53,550 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 48,823 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 45,896 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 40,742 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 36,554 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 29,552 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 22,347 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 OFX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 OFX, 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

How do I check the history of AD54 OFX?

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What year was AD54 OFX registered?

AD54 OFX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 February 2005.

Is AD54 OFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 OFX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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