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AD54 VZB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

125,103 mi
Last recorded125,103 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2024 125,103 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 119,246 miles

Offside Front coil spring not seated correctly

Fail 17 Feb 2023 119,246 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front coil spring not seated correctly

Pass 14 Feb 2022 113,589 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 109,259 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 109,258 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s being lowest (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 106,617 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 100,346 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 93,267 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 14 Feb 2018 93,267 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Mar 2017 87,688 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 87,688 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both sides (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 80,621 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 72,103 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 65,432 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 65,432 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 57,723 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Feb 2012 49,886 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Feb 2011 42,990 miles

both rear tyres outer side walls slightly perished

Pass 19 Feb 2010 37,048 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 37,042 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 29,803 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 22,914 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 VZB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 VZB, 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

How do I check the history of AD54 VZB?

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What year was AD54 VZB registered?

AD54 VZB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 February 2005.

Is AD54 VZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 VZB shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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