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AX54 MRV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,119 mi
Last recorded103,119 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 MRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 103,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit stepped on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit stepped on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 87,570 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 85,034 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 81,457 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 75,694 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 67,606 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 59,659 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 53,744 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 46,425 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 46,413 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 38,117 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 33,109 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)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AX54 MRV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,390cc petrol 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 AX54 MRV, 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 AX54 MRV registered?

AX54 MRV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is AX54 MRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 MRV 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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