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AD54 VSG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,022 mi
Last recorded114,022 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 VSG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2014 114,022 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 114,012 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/front tyre has damage on s/wall but not enough for rfr

Pass 6 Aug 2013 102,223 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 102,223 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 86,898 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 70,379 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 70,379 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 56,060 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 42,930 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 VSG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VSG, 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 VSG registered?

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

Is AD54 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 VSG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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