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AD05 FMC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,167 mi
Last recorded109,167 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 FMC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 109,167 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 109,162 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 96,642 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 84,442 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 82,704 miles

engine cover fitted. under trays fitted.

Fail 15 Jul 2020 82,704 miles

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

engine cover fitted. under trays fitted.

Pass 25 Jul 2019 81,004 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 78,423 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 74,841 miles

offside rear tyre worn

Pass 12 Jul 2016 71,743 miles

offside rear tyre worn

parking brake effort low

Pass 9 Jul 2015 66,851 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 4 Jul 2014 61,717 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

front brake pads worn

oil level low

Pass 25 Jun 2013 56,072 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 50,625 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 46,152 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 39,606 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 36,290 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 2 Jul 2008 30,344 miles

front tyres low on tread/wearing unevenly

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 FMC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FMC, 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 FMC registered?

AD05 FMC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 July 2005.

Is AD05 FMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FMC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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