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AD05 UEF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

119,791 mi
Last recorded119,791 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 UEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 119,791 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated front both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsf (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 106,596 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 101,555 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 94,514 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 87,780 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2016 87,780 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 79,317 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 71,202 miles

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

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2013 64,280 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 56,949 miles

both rear brake binding slighty

Fail 21 Feb 2012 56,949 miles

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

both rear brake binding slighty

Pass 17 Feb 2011 49,318 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 43,212 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 34,380 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 29,445 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 UEF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 UEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD05 UEF registered?

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

Is AD05 UEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 UEF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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