MOT Status
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215,178 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
General corrosion to front and rear suspension components
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated pin hole (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Parking brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working tailgate stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
Front Side repeater incorrect colour both sides, white (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (in hub type) (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
General corrosion to front and rear suspension components
Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers belt (7.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated pin hole (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Parking brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working tailgate stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
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GK54 ALO is a 2005 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 2005 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 101,750 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK54 ALO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volkswagen California typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was GK54 ALO registered?
GK54 ALO is a 2005 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 December 2005.
Is GK54 ALO safe to buy?
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