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AD54 VXA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,880 mi
Last recorded98,880 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 VXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 98,880 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 3 May 2016 98,880 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both side (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 94,958 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 90,713 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 71,823 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 64,208 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 53,473 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 53,473 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 57,472 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2012 57,472 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 51,319 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 43,335 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 34,680 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 30,867 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 VXA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver 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 VXA, 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 VXA registered?

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

Is AD54 VXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 VXA 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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