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AX54 RXR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

179,393 mi
Last recorded179,393 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 RXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2017 179,393 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

windscreen damaged but not in drivers direct view

Pass 30 Mar 2016 158,338 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on main tread worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 146,509 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 141,417 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 129,919 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 117,724 miles

headlamps slightly deteriorated

uneven wear to rear tyres

Pass 5 May 2011 95,045 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 74,015 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 54,041 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 52,298 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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AX54 RXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RXR, 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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What year was AX54 RXR registered?

AX54 RXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 January 2005.

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