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AD05 FVV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,363 mi
Last recorded79,363 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 FVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 79,363 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on the inside edge

Pass 19 May 2020 77,830 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 77,829 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 76,043 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and slightly loose

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Sill damaged

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill (Strong advice) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 72,505 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill in poor condition (strong advise) (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 68,301 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 64,468 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)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2015 60,298 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Apr 2015 60,298 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2014 56,111 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2013 52,756 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 52,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 48,120 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 43,299 miles

engine management light on

n/s/rear tyre on wear bars outer edge bald

o/s rear wheel bearing slight noise suggest rep soon

o/s/front bumper damaged

Pass 13 Apr 2010 37,080 miles

front tyres worn uneven suggest tracking

mill light on all time

Pass 16 Apr 2009 29,159 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 FVV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc 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 FVV, 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 FVV registered?

AD05 FVV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 July 2005.

Is AD05 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FVV 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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