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AD54 OGA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

57,733 mi
Last recorded57,733 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 57,733 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 57,060 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 55,958 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Sep 2022 50,100 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 43,937 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 38,291 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 35,974 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides rear worn to near limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 33,470 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 31,797 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 30,680 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 29,330 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 27,700 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 25,808 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 24,064 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 21,862 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 19,654 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 17,734 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 16,407 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 16,407 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 OGA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 OGA, 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 OGA?

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What year was AD54 OGA registered?

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

Is AD54 OGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 OGA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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