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AD54 VXM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,960 mi
Last recorded24,960 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 24,960 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 24,685 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 24,448 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 24,108 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 23,845 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 23,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 23,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 22,746 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 22,357 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 21,702 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 21,497 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 21,304 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 21,068 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 20,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 20,795 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 20,466 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 19,638 miles

Cracks showing on both front tyres.

Handbrake lever slightly high.

Pass 16 Feb 2009 18,845 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 17,676 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 VXM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VXM, 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 VXM registered?

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

Is AD54 VXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 VXM shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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