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AD05 KRG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

88,906 mi
Last recorded88,906 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 KRG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 88,906 miles

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

battery clamp not fitted . battery secure

e.m.l. light on

Pass 25 Jul 2017 87,009 miles

Front Exhaust flexible coupling deteriorated

Fail 25 Jul 2017 87,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Both headlight plastic covers opaque

Front Exhaust flexible coupling deteriorated

Pass 4 Aug 2016 83,028 miles

Both headlight plastic covers opaque

Fail 2 Aug 2016 83,025 miles

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Both headlight plastic covers opaque

Pass 31 Jul 2015 75,941 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 68,575 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 60,064 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 52,118 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 43,639 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 37,091 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 30,869 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 24,864 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 KRG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KRG, 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 KRG registered?

AD05 KRG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 August 2005.

Is AD05 KRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 KRG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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