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DS54 AVN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

168,765 mi
Last recorded168,765 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS54 AVN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 168,765 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 157,064 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 145,720 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 133,815 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 122,071 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 108,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 86,565 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 66,753 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2010 66,684 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 53,776 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 50,174 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 47,811 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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DS54 AVN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel 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 DS54 AVN, 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 DS54 AVN registered?

DS54 AVN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 January 2005.

Is DS54 AVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS54 AVN 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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