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AD54 PWU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,679 mi
Last recorded123,679 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 PWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2018 123,679 miles

oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2016 106,621 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 106,546 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Central Rear silencer heat shield insecure

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit plus tyre cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit plus cracking (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 16 Nov 2015 99,434 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 93,459 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 90,862 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 84,527 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 72,925 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2011 72,925 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 58,417 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

inner edge of o/s/r tyre low on tread

Pass 23 Nov 2009 49,562 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 42,312 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 PWU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PWU, 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 PWU registered?

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

Is AD54 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 PWU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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