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AD05 VZS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

104,860 mi
Last recorded104,860 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 VZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 104,860 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 100,038 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 92,992 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 87,208 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 81,436 miles

Oil leak possible oil filter seal ()

Pass 2 Mar 2017 74,074 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (7.1.2)

rear tyres have inner edge wear

Pass 9 Mar 2016 66,368 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Fail 8 Mar 2016 66,363 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Hand brake efficiency 16%.

N/S hand brake performance low.

N/S/R wheel bearing not checked because brake binding on.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 11 Mar 2015 57,985 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2014 56,146 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 50,838 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 50,838 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 49,420 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 49,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 45,895 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 40,172 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 33,372 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 33,372 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 28,055 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 VZS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VZS, 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 VZS registered?

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

Is AD05 VZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 VZS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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