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AD55 CGO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

117,480 mi
Last recorded117,480 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 117,480 miles

Front Bumper secure

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 117,480 miles

Front Bumper secure

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 103,062 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2016 84,212 miles

epc light on dash

Pass 11 Jun 2015 81,125 miles

EPC LIGHT on dash

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

only just met emission standereds

Pass 2 May 2014 72,475 miles

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)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 60,016 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 57,145 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 57,115 miles

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

all 4 tyres badly perished

Pass 15 Oct 2011 51,763 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 42,419 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 38,575 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 29,985 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 CGO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CGO, 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 AD55 CGO registered?

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

Is AD55 CGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 CGO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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