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AD05 WYB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

158,894 mi
Last recorded158,894 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 158,894 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 156,966 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 149,419 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 138,181 miles

under covers loose

Pass 13 Feb 2017 129,717 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 118,611 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 118,606 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides lenses faded (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 97,027 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 74,686 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 53,064 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 50,739 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 41,759 miles

all tyres worn on edges

osf wheel slight vibration, poss bearing starting to go

Pass 14 Jul 2010 34,487 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 30,067 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 25,628 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 25,628 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 WYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WYB, 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 WYB registered?

AD05 WYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 August 2005.

Is AD05 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 WYB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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