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AD54 XRV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,438 mi
Last recorded141,438 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 141,438 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush front rubber bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 132,045 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 119,625 miles

n/side and o/side headlamp covers slightly diffused but still giving correct beam pattern

Pass 29 Jan 2015 105,654 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2014 100,645 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Jan 2013 96,434 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 96,434 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 91,260 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre outer sidewall has a cut not deep enough to reach cords

nearside front tyre wearing edges of tread

offside front tyre wearing inner edge of tread

Pass 2 Mar 2011 82,668 miles

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

nearside front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall

Pass 17 Feb 2010 72,697 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 27 Feb 2009 62,387 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 51,022 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 XRV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XRV, 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 XRV registered?

AD54 XRV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 February 2005.

Is AD54 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 XRV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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