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AD54 POJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,408 mi
Last recorded94,408 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 POJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 94,408 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 19 Sep 2016 94,396 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective safety catch (8.4.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced offside and nearside (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

engine management light on

nearside rear wheel bearing not checked

Pass 5 Oct 2015 88,707 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 88,574 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 81,094 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 81,094 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 77,607 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 70,997 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 65,710 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 59,846 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 53,612 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 53,612 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 47,292 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 40,787 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 POJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 POJ, 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 POJ registered?

AD54 POJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is AD54 POJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 POJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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