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AO55 NHC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

150,073 mi
Last recorded150,073 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 NHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 150,073 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 139,020 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inside and slightly perished on inner wall

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

engine covers and under covers fitted

front and rear discs pitted and corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2016 139,018 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inside and slightly perished on inner wall

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

engine covers and under covers fitted

front and rear discs pitted and corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2014 133,922 miles

o/s side repeater inner bulbs inop

Fail 5 Dec 2014 133,919 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre worn on edges and on limit

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall scrubbed/perished

o/s side repeater inner bulbs inop

o/s/r caliper handbrake lever not returning to stop

Fail 2 Dec 2013 127,706 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 127,706 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 118,782 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 110,451 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 104,527 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 98,054 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 98,054 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 76,207 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 76,207 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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AO55 NHC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO55 NHC, 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 AO55 NHC registered?

AO55 NHC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is AO55 NHC safe to buy?

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