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AD54 VXY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

122,846 mi
Last recorded122,846 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 VXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 122,846 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 11 Apr 2016 112,229 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both headlamp beam patterns weak

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 11 Apr 2016 112,229 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both headlamp beam patterns weak

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 15 Apr 2015 102,212 miles

headlamp beam patterns weak

near side rear tyre getting low

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 10 Apr 2014 92,286 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front wishbone bushes slightly worn

Pass 11 Apr 2013 82,213 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front wishbone bushes slightly worn

Pass 13 Apr 2012 73,710 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 64,326 miles

eng oil on min

front exhaust flexi req att soon

remote key fob u/s

wipers req

Pass 24 Feb 2010 58,453 miles

4 hub caps fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2009 54,106 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 42,383 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 VXY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VXY, 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 VXY registered?

AD54 VXY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 February 2005.

Is AD54 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 VXY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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