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AD05 UCJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,204 mi
Last recorded167,204 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 167,204 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Exhaust sleeve clamp poor condition

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber cover insecure

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear outer sill damaged

Noise from flywheel

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

possible noise from front CV joint

rear suspension bushes poor condition poor condition

Fail 29 Jun 2017 167,193 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement Hand brake leaver (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Brake pad warning light on

Exhaust sleeve clamp poor condition

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber cover insecure

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear outer sill damaged

Noise from flywheel

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

possible noise from front CV joint

rear suspension bushes poor condition poor condition

Pass 23 Jun 2016 150,463 miles

Nearside Front Wing corrosion / Paint bubbling

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Glass cover dull (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Outer Sill damage

Nearside Rear Shock absorber shroud/Bump stop condition deteriorated

Nearside Rear Wheel/Brake slight bind when rotated by hand

Nearside Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Glass cover dull (1.7.5a)

Rear Suspension coil springs corroded/worn

Fail 23 Jun 2016 150,463 miles

Nearside Front Wing corrosion / Paint bubbling

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Glass cover dull (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Outer Sill damage

Nearside Rear Shock absorber shroud/Bump stop condition deteriorated

Nearside Rear Wheel/Brake slight bind when rotated by hand

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

Nearside Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Glass cover dull (1.7.5a)

Rear Suspension coil springs corroded/worn

Pass 11 Jul 2015 134,007 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber top cover loose

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

both rear brake plates corroded

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2014 113,929 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f headlamp damaged

Pass 15 Jul 2013 95,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 77,535 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 77,535 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 68,205 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 68,205 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 57,385 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 57,385 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 44,494 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 36,215 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 UCJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UCJ, 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 UCJ registered?

AD05 UCJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 August 2005.

Is AD05 UCJ safe to buy?

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