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AD05 UJW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,695 mi
Last recorded89,695 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 UJW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 89,695 miles

Engine management lamp on

Nearside Front Headlamp opaque

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Sep 2016 85,809 miles

EML ON

N/S/F HEADLAMP SLIGHTLY OPAQUE

OIL LEAK NOTED..

Pass 10 Sep 2015 79,824 miles

EML ON.

Pass 9 Sep 2014 73,925 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 73,925 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

EML ON

Pass 21 Sep 2013 64,547 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 54,696 miles

E.M.L ON

Pass 16 Aug 2011 46,731 miles

wear to o/s/f tyre (inner edge)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 40,051 miles

both rear tyres cracking between treads

o/s/r lamp has condensation

Pass 18 Aug 2009 33,044 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 25,641 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 UJW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UJW, 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 UJW registered?

AD05 UJW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 August 2005.

Is AD05 UJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 UJW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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