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AD54 VUX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

87,054 mi
Last recorded87,054 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 87,054 miles

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

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

Rear sub frame corroded

Pass 23 May 2018 84,053 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 84,053 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced to the point there is no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2017 77,822 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 71,524 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 65,433 miles

Offside front tyre on 2mm tread.

Fail 20 Apr 2015 65,433 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside front tyre on 2mm tread.

Pass 1 May 2014 59,751 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 54,101 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 54,044 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 48,509 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 48,509 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 41,786 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 35,534 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 29,998 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 25,311 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2008 25,311 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 VUX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VUX, 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 VUX registered?

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

Is AD54 VUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 VUX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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