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AD54 VVK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,338 mi
Last recorded107,338 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 VVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 107,338 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 107,222 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 100,790 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing n/s and o/s (2.7.2a)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 95,271 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced and offside (1.7.5a)

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

engine covers fitted

exhaust system corroded

under trays fitted

Fail 10 Feb 2017 95,271 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect and offside (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced and offside (1.7.5a)

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

engine covers fitted

exhaust system corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2016 86,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced and offside (1.7.5a)

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

bonnet safety catch seizing

items removed from driver's view

Fail 23 Jan 2016 86,233 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced and offside (1.7.5a)

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

bonnet safety catch seizing

items removed from driver's view

Pass 19 Aug 2014 76,381 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both headlamps poor images

Pass 6 Aug 2013 70,580 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 70,580 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front bumper insecure

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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 27 Feb 2012 64,518 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 59,891 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 52,524 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 41,215 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 29,960 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 VVK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey 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 VVK, 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 VVK registered?

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

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