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AD05 BLF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

74,411 mi
Last recorded74,411 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 BLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 74,411 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2025 72,907 miles

Front exhaust flixe pipe damaged

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2025 72,907 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Side repeater not working both sides LED (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides aero wiper blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INNER AND OUTER (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure broken (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front exhaust flixe pipe damaged

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 71,430 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 70,419 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 68,109 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 65,476 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 62,414 miles

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 59,594 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 56,533 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 54,032 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2017 54,032 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 50,599 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 45,413 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 41,670 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 41,670 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 36,853 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 11 Jun 2012 32,548 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2012 32,548 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 28,960 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 28,960 miles

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

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 26,745 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 24,026 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 22,313 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 22,313 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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AD05 BLF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 AD05 BLF, 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 AD05 BLF registered?

AD05 BLF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is AD05 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 BLF shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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