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AD54 TMY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

138,374 mi
Last recorded138,374 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 TMY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 138,374 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 122,022 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 107,139 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 107,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 90,369 miles

engine light on

gearbox mount slight play

n/s/f headlight faded

Fail 5 Feb 2015 90,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine light on

gearbox mount slight play

n/s/f headlight faded

Pass 14 Feb 2014 75,718 miles

n/s/f headlamp faded

Fail 11 Feb 2014 75,718 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

n/s/f headlamp faded

Pass 5 Feb 2013 62,809 miles

E.S.P light staying on

Pass 8 Feb 2012 53,584 miles

cut in outer wall of n/s/f tyre

Pass 4 Feb 2011 47,676 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 41,326 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Feb 2010 41,326 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2009 35,420 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 27,611 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 TMY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 TMY, 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 TMY registered?

AD54 TMY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 February 2005.

Is AD54 TMY safe to buy?

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