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AE54 WXG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

135,072 mi
Last recorded135,072 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 WXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 135,072 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 115,126 miles

Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front & both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

offside front vehicle body slight damage

Pass 25 Jul 2018 96,087 miles

Coil spring corroded all around 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

windscreen has slight crack but not in drivers view

Pass 4 Jul 2017 86,419 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both side (2.7.2a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 75,393 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 70,745 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 70,745 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 66,037 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 66,024 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 15 Jun 2013 61,684 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 53,720 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 43,533 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine management light on

Pass 22 Jan 2010 38,394 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 35,397 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 28,032 miles

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

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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AE54 WXG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AE54 WXG, 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 AE54 WXG registered?

AE54 WXG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 January 2005.

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The MOT history for AE54 WXG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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