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AD54 TMX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

93,268 mi
Last recorded93,268 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 TMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 93,268 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 90,572 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 87,133 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 87,133 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced O/S AND N/S (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 84,498 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 83,901 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 83,901 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 80,241 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 80,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 74,441 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 69,129 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 69,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 65,628 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 59,753 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 54,488 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 49,507 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Feb 2014 49,507 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 44,323 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 39,423 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 36,638 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 32,456 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 28,789 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 24,800 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 TMX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 TMX, 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 TMX registered?

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

Is AD54 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 TMX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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