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AD54 PPV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,971 mi
Last recorded42,971 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 PPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 42,971 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 36,727 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 27,059 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 26,967 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 26,846 miles

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged outter case (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 26,403 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 25,732 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 25,644 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 25,532 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 25,318 miles

Engine cover obstructing view of some components

Pass 29 Dec 2015 24,963 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 24,485 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 24,262 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 Dec 2012 23,979 miles

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 23,621 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 22,596 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 14 Jan 2010 21,387 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 19,857 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 17,556 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 PPV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PPV, 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 PPV?

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What year was AD54 PPV registered?

AD54 PPV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 February 2005.

Is AD54 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 PPV shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD54 PPV have outstanding finance?

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