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AD05 UHX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

134,937 mi
Last recorded134,937 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 134,937 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 134,926 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 125,675 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 113,047 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 113,046 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 101,162 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 89,588 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 82,910 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 70,361 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

both rear brake discs discolored possibly been sticking,not at test

n/s outer cv boot leaking grease slightly

Pass 18 Jul 2013 56,041 miles

n/s/f outer cv boot leaking grease slightly

Pass 25 Aug 2012 47,924 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 37,744 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 31,603 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 29,145 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 26,601 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 UHX 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 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 UHX, 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 UHX registered?

AD05 UHX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is AD05 UHX safe to buy?

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