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AD05 GOH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,165 mi
Last recorded97,165 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 GOH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 97,165 miles

headlamp lenses slightly frosted/cloudy

Pass 15 Jul 2016 92,631 miles

H/lamps clouded

Pass 10 Jul 2015 89,437 miles

o/s indicator repeater lens damaged

o/s/f brake has slight run-out

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Fail 10 Jul 2015 89,437 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s indicator repeater lens damaged

o/s/f brake has slight run-out

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 24 Jul 2014 84,944 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 80,397 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

os side repeater damaged

Fail 8 Jul 2013 80,397 miles

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs heavily lipped

os side repeater damaged

Pass 18 Jul 2012 75,560 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn badly on inner edge

front discs lipped

nsr tyr perished

Pass 5 Jul 2011 67,373 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 57,679 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 45,245 miles

colant level below minimum.

Fail 8 Jul 2009 45,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

colant level below minimum.

Pass 14 Jul 2008 38,482 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 GOH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GOH, 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 GOH registered?

AD05 GOH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is AD05 GOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 GOH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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