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AD55 BYZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,852 mi
Last recorded62,852 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 BYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2025 62,852 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 62,645 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 62,380 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 61,880 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 61,167 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 60,595 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 59,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 57,961 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 55,579 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 53,276 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 51,018 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 48,346 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 46,554 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 44,160 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 38,859 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 35,324 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 31,045 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 26,150 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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AD55 BYZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BYZ, 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

How do I check the history of AD55 BYZ?

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What year was AD55 BYZ registered?

AD55 BYZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is AD55 BYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 BYZ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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