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AD05 WDP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

149,829 mi
Last recorded149,829 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 WDP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 149,829 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

both side sill area corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2025 144,517 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2025 144,505 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 140,087 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 126,874 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 123,970 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 116,994 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 111,165 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 105,564 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 98,538 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 92,182 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 86,008 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 79,033 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 79,033 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 75,242 miles

catalytic converter rattling

slight corrosion front brake discs

Fail 20 Aug 2014 75,242 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

catalytic converter rattling

slight corrosion front brake discs

Pass 20 Aug 2013 70,517 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 64,798 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 59,209 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 51,572 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 40,830 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 40,830 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 Aug 2008 31,388 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 31,388 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 WDP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 WDP, 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 WDP registered?

AD05 WDP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 August 2005.

Is AD05 WDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 WDP shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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