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AD54 PVW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

75,041 mi
Last recorded75,041 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 PVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 75,041 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 75,041 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2025 72,728 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2025 72,728 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 70,360 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arm bushes worn, perished and have play. Ball joints also have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes worn, perished and have play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Upper Gearbox mounting defective ()

Fail 3 Feb 2024 70,360 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arm bushes worn, perished and have play. Ball joints also have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes worn, perished and have play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Upper Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 3 Feb 2023 67,918 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe leaking slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 66,901 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 66,901 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 65,628 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 64,564 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 62,299 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 59,571 miles

offside front tyre is cracking

Pass 1 Feb 2017 55,862 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 51,437 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 46,945 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 42,688 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 42,688 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 39,864 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 36,537 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 33,558 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 29,851 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 27,023 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 23,906 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)

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 PVW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 PVW, 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

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What year was AD54 PVW registered?

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

Is AD54 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 PVW 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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