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A13 AVT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,088 mi
Last recorded108,088 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 AVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2015 108,088 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2015 108,081 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 91,427 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 85,916 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 77,303 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 68,117 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 68,117 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 62,291 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 54,913 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 46,626 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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A13 AVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A13 AVT, 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 A13 AVT registered?

A13 AVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is A13 AVT safe to buy?

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