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AD05 FNZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

119,935 mi
Last recorded119,935 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 119,935 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 109,240 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 109,237 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front wishbone rear bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 98,803 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 96,702 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre edge of tyre ()

Nearside Rear tyre perished sidewall /tread

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 92,899 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 86,455 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 78,778 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f bumper/bonnet damaged slightly!

Fail 3 Mar 2014 78,778 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/f bumper/bonnet damaged slightly!

Pass 4 Mar 2013 71,451 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Feb 2012 63,007 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 51,991 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 46,025 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 44,075 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 44,075 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear tyre wall has cut/slash.

Pass 2 Jul 2008 31,227 miles

front wipers smear

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 FNZ 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 81.3%.

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 AD05 FNZ, 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 FNZ registered?

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

Is AD05 FNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FNZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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