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AD05 FPF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

91,528 mi
Last recorded91,528 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 91,528 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 87,722 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 84,735 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 82,085 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 78,177 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 76,867 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 75,035 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 72,351 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 70,289 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 66,868 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 62,043 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 57,805 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 55,195 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 50,669 miles
Pass 22 May 2011 45,393 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2010 40,137 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 40,137 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 36,508 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 30,522 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 FPF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FPF, 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

How do I check the history of AD05 FPF?

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What year was AD05 FPF registered?

AD05 FPF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is AD05 FPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FPF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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