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AD05 TYY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,745 mi
Last recorded148,745 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 TYY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 148,745 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 138,296 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 131,499 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 131,499 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 124,768 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 117,284 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 117,284 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar cracked (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 108,572 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 101,424 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 94,063 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 82,591 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 82,591 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 72,709 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 64,434 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 55,467 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 55,467 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 TYY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TYY, 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 TYY registered?

AD05 TYY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is AD05 TYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 TYY shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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