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AO05 OXR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,163 mi
Last recorded120,163 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 OXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 120,163 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 108,979 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 98,530 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2018 98,530 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 86,712 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 80,992 miles

front tyres getting low

nearside rear tyre getting low (outer tread wearing)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 76,320 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 70,869 miles

OSR brake sticks slightly

Pass 14 Mar 2013 64,156 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 57,053 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 50,344 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 44,706 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 37,317 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 37,317 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 27,694 miles

offside front tyre tread worn on inner edge

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 OXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AO05 OXR, 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 OXR registered?

AO05 OXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 April 2005.

Is AO05 OXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 OXR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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