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AD54 TKJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,198 mi
Last recorded131,198 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 TKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2015 131,198 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres (195 65 15h) split

Fail 12 Feb 2015 131,198 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres (195 65 15h) split

Pass 29 Jan 2014 122,359 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 109,834 miles

nearside front tyre on 2.5mm [195/65r15h]

Fail 22 Jan 2013 109,834 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre on 2.5mm [195/65r15h]

Pass 7 Feb 2012 98,249 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 86,935 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)

plastic floor covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 3 Feb 2010 73,138 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 58,061 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 45,021 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 TKJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TKJ, 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 TKJ registered?

AD54 TKJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 February 2005.

Is AD54 TKJ safe to buy?

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