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AD05 UDY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

131,508 mi
Last recorded131,508 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2022 131,508 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 114,079 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 102,586 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 98,684 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 93,606 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 89,408 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Oct 2016 85,485 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Oct 2015 81,178 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 81,178 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 75,801 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 71,244 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2012 65,870 miles

pin hole in nearside front CV boot

Pass 21 Jul 2011 55,947 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 51,425 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 51,425 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 45,271 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 39,446 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 UDY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 UDY, 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 UDY registered?

AD05 UDY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is AD05 UDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 UDY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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