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A18 XNO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

147,022 mi
Last recorded147,022 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 XNO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 147,022 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2026 146,882 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 135,782 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 123,836 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 123,811 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 112,974 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 112,804 miles

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 96,969 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 82,763 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 78,653 miles

Full underbody protection fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight distortion (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Non standard number plates on boot

Pass 22 May 2018 74,132 miles

Full under body protection fitted

Non legal plates in boot

Pass 7 Jun 2017 70,808 miles

Full under body protection fitted

Non legal spaced plates in boot

Pass 21 Jun 2016 67,451 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 62,700 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2014 57,147 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 53,802 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 49,670 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

High level brake lamp not working

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2011 43,599 miles

HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE HAS CRACKS IN TREAD AREA AND OUTER WALL

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

OFFSIDE REAR TRYRE HAS CRACKS IN TREAD AREA AND OUTER WALL

Fail 2 Jun 2011 43,599 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE HAS CRACKS IN TREAD AREA AND OUTER WALL

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

OFFSIDE REAR TRYRE HAS CRACKS IN TREAD AREA AND OUTER WALL

REAR EXHAUST SYSTEM HAS A CRACKED PIPE

Pass 10 Jun 2010 36,366 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 29,908 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jul 2008 21,780 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Jul 2008 21,780 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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A18 XNO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 A18 XNO, 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 A18 XNO registered?

A18 XNO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 September 2005.

Is A18 XNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 XNO shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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