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AD05 FMO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,335 mi
Last recorded97,335 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2021 97,335 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both top (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 95,335 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 95,335 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 92,615 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 89,721 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 86,100 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 82,068 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 79,592 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 76,739 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 71,315 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 62,322 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2011 53,925 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 53,925 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 43,570 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 37,131 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 28,160 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 FMO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FMO, 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 FMO registered?

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

Is AD05 FMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FMO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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