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AD54 SZT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

122,193 mi
Last recorded122,193 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 122,193 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Aug 2016 119,622 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 112,207 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jun 2015 112,207 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2014 103,450 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 91,773 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 81,288 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges (1956515)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 70,228 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 60,938 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 60,938 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 46,699 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 35,294 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 SZT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 SZT, 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 SZT registered?

AD54 SZT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 February 2005.

Is AD54 SZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 SZT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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