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AD54 VWO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

95,583 mi
Last recorded95,583 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 VWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 95,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 88,225 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 76,166 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 76,155 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 75,184 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2014 69,279 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs wearing

rear tyres cracking

Pass 13 Mar 2014 69,279 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs wearing

rear tyres cracking

Pass 21 Mar 2013 64,820 miles

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

O/s front tyre slight outer sidewall damage visible

Pass 29 Mar 2012 59,790 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2011 50,538 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 43,597 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 39,688 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 30,975 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 30,975 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 VWO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 VWO, 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 VWO registered?

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

Is AD54 VWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 VWO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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