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AD05 FXL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,850 mi
Last recorded117,850 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 FXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 117,850 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 117,842 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 117,276 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 110,195 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside headlight has a beam deflector

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Aug 2016 101,695 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Aug 2016 101,695 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Aug 2015 90,351 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/r bumper damageg

Pass 13 Aug 2014 82,874 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 74,692 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Jul 2013 74,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 65,254 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)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 58,936 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 50,066 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 42,364 miles

Nearside repeater lens cracked.

Pass 29 Jul 2008 35,651 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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 FXL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FXL, 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 FXL registered?

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

Is AD05 FXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FXL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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