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AD54 TKF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

220,543 mi
Last recorded220,543 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 TKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 220,543 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 215,028 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 206,850 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 198,948 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 190,816 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 180,908 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 169,031 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 160,500 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 148,100 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 130,201 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2012 130,201 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 107,762 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 107,762 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 87,319 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 70,184 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 70,184 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 51,134 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 TKF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 TKF, 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 TKF registered?

AD54 TKF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 February 2005.

Is AD54 TKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 TKF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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