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AD05 FWV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

140,132 mi
Last recorded140,132 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 140,132 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 109,006 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 90,807 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 81,390 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 72,271 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 63,780 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 63,780 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine mis firing

n/s/rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 11 Jul 2011 53,426 miles

o/s/rear tyre on 2mm.

o/sfront tyre on 3mm.

Pass 6 Jul 2010 44,431 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 35,741 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 26,407 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 FWV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FWV, 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 FWV registered?

AD05 FWV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is AD05 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FWV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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