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AD05 FLE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

99,316 mi
Last recorded99,316 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 FLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 99,316 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 91,006 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 89,042 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 86,489 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 83,296 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2019 83,296 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 78,803 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 78,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 68,360 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

Offside Front brake back plate corroded

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

brake pad warning light is on

Pass 29 Jun 2016 63,102 miles

Both headlamps slightly deteriorated but not affecting headlamp aim pattern.

Pass 8 Jul 2015 57,634 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear tyres perished

Fail 7 Jul 2015 57,634 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Jul 2014 52,702 miles

Child seats fitted to nearside & offside rear, not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all four tyres perished

bonnet stay missing

Pass 1 Jul 2013 47,427 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Jul 2013 47,427 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2012 43,307 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 37,531 miles

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

rear wiper arm cover missing

Fail 8 Jul 2011 37,531 miles

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

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

rear wiper arm cover missing

Pass 23 Jun 2010 33,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s wing mirror and indicator damaged.

Pass 9 Jul 2009 27,064 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 23,968 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)

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 FLE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FLE, 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.

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What year was AD05 FLE registered?

AD05 FLE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is AD05 FLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FLE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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