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AD54 WBF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

130,919 mi
Last recorded130,919 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 WBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 130,919 miles

both headlamp lenses deteriorating

Pass 24 Oct 2020 123,619 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 109,381 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 11 Oct 2019 109,381 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect x2 (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Oct 2018 89,968 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 89,968 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2018 87,107 miles

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

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)

under tray and engine cover fitted

Fail 22 Mar 2018 87,107 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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)

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 81,586 miles

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

engine covers fitted

tray's fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2016 77,314 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2016 77,314 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 75,652 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 72,699 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 70,447 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 62,552 miles

Front brake pads getting low

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 24 Jan 2011 52,690 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 43,764 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 37,074 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 28,602 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 WBF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 WBF, 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.

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AD54 WBF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 February 2005.

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