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AO05 FWW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,659 mi
Last recorded134,659 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 FWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 134,659 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside headlight beam pattern poor

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside headlight beam pattern poor

engine light on

Pass 14 Nov 2016 131,785 miles

Nearside headlight in poor condition and beam pattern just visible

Offside headlight in poor condition and beam pattern just visible

Pass 16 Nov 2015 129,031 miles

both headlamp beam patterns poor

Pass 10 Nov 2014 126,310 miles

both front lower arm rear carrier bushes split

both headlamp beam patterns poor

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 12 Oct 2013 118,425 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 105,332 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 105,331 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 92,750 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 76,187 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 76,187 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 60,926 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 48,263 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 43,521 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AO05 FWW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel 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 AO05 FWW, 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 AO05 FWW registered?

AO05 FWW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is AO05 FWW safe to buy?

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