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AD55 ACV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

125,123 mi
Last recorded125,123 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 ACV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 125,123 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2017 115,879 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2016 106,267 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2015 97,322 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2014 88,251 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2013 79,795 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2012 70,273 miles

front pads wearing

Pass 1 Dec 2011 58,287 miles

195/65-r15 91v

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

both rear tyres featherd and worn out of shape

front to rear brake pipes coverd

Pass 3 Dec 2010 48,196 miles

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

rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 3 Dec 2010 48,196 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 18 Dec 2009 40,846 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 30,017 miles

Nearside 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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AD55 ACV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AD55 ACV, 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 AD55 ACV registered?

AD55 ACV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is AD55 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 ACV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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