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AD05 XBF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,427 mi
Last recorded96,427 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 XBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 96,427 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 96,167 miles

Offside Rear Inner rear brake binding disc burnt and worn and pads low (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened also oil sweat from strut (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread 2mm 205/60vr16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 92,532 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 86,377 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 78,930 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Oct 2013 78,930 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 70,866 miles

air bag light on

Pass 14 Oct 2011 62,266 miles

dual mass flywheel fault

Pass 21 Oct 2010 55,088 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 45,709 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 45,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 36,941 miles

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

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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 XBF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XBF, 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 XBF registered?

AD05 XBF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is AD05 XBF safe to buy?

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