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AD05 UFW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

159,343 mi
Last recorded159,343 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2018 159,343 miles

Engine covers&under trays fitted,obscuring underside components

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 140,253 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Offside Front Brake back plate heavy corroded, insecure

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak from engine ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel lever to high (3.1.6b)

hand brake efficiency 17%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 140,253 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Offside Front Brake back plate heavy corroded, insecure

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak from engine ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel lever to high (3.1.6b)

hand brake efficiency 17%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 121,089 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 117,577 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 105,131 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 105,122 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 93,597 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 83,373 miles

nearside & offside front windscreen wiper blades smearing screen.

nearside front tyre wearing on tread edges & 3.mm tread depth

Pass 21 Jul 2011 72,252 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 61,535 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 53,077 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 43,590 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 UFW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 UFW, 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 UFW registered?

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

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The MOT history for AD05 UFW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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