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AD05 UBJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

201,319 mi
Last recorded201,319 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 UBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 201,319 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 201,319 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 171,427 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 171,427 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 150,623 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 129,661 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 108,924 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 89,973 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 68,052 miles

Corrosion on both rear brake discs

Pass 15 Jul 2010 44,495 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 44,495 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)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 38,380 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 33,908 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 UBJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc 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 UBJ, 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 UBJ registered?

AD05 UBJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is AD05 UBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 UBJ 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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