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AX54 TXF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

158,836 mi
Last recorded158,836 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 TXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 158,836 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 10 Oct 2014 145,416 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 129,910 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 114,878 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 114,878 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front brake pads low

front tyres worn on inner edges

n/s/r tyre low

slight brake bind to o/s/r brake

Pass 10 Oct 2011 98,532 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 98,532 miles

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 7 Oct 2010 80,119 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 80,119 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 60,959 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 55,264 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 45,640 miles

n/s/r qauter pannel damaged,

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 TXF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TXF, 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 TXF registered?

AX54 TXF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 February 2005.

Is AX54 TXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 TXF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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