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AD54 SVG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

139,979 mi
Last recorded139,979 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 SVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 139,979 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2022 136,480 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2022 136,469 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 123,507 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed both rear (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

little oil leak

Fail 30 Jan 2021 123,507 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly chafed both rear (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

little oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2020 109,467 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 101,286 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 31 Jan 2019 101,286 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 1 Feb 2018 92,198 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

both front headlamp misty

Pass 1 Feb 2017 84,610 miles

front discs lipped

Pass 4 Feb 2016 80,373 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 75,664 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2014 72,108 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Feb 2013 65,722 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 61,934 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 57,140 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 May 2010 53,001 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 44,856 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 35,298 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 SVG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SVG, 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 SVG registered?

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

Is AD54 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 SVG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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