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AD54 YHF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

74,920 mi
Last recorded74,920 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 YHF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 74,920 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 69,175 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 64,195 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 58,420 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 53,767 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 53,060 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 51,655 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 51,655 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 50,112 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 48,200 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 44,599 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 40,719 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 37,401 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 33,902 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 29,912 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 25,405 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 21,183 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 17,038 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 12,428 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 YHF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YHF, 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 YHF registered?

AD54 YHF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 January 2005.

Is AD54 YHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 YHF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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