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AD54 VXK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,257 mi
Last recorded104,257 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 VXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 104,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 101,298 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust slight smoke during acceleration

Fail 14 Jul 2018 101,291 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust slight smoke during acceleration

nearside rear wheel slight binding

Pass 6 Jun 2017 88,403 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 76,613 miles

Nearside Front wing damaged

Offside Rear passenger door can not be unlocked remotely

Offside Rear slight noise from wheel bearing

Pass 27 May 2015 65,089 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Fail 27 May 2015 65,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 9 Jun 2014 55,108 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 53,494 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

offside front tyre outer side wall cut not deep enough to reach the cords or ply

Pass 19 Sep 2012 49,012 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 44,185 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Dec 2010 39,487 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 39,487 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 33,144 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f sidewall cut

n/s/r sidewall perished

Pass 15 Sep 2008 28,665 miles

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

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 VXK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VXK, 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 VXK registered?

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

Is AD54 VXK safe to buy?

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