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AP05 OSD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,988 mi
Last recorded119,988 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 OSD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 119,988 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 111,330 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 100,403 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 94,222 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 85,957 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 73,008 miles

Traction control light staying on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Jan 2013 73,008 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Traction control light staying on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 62,224 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 51,769 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted to n/s/r seat.

Child seat fitted to o/s/r seat.

o/s sill has slight damage.

Fail 23 Nov 2010 51,769 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

o/s sill has slight damage.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted to n/s/r seat.

Child seat fitted to o/s/r seat.

Fail 12 Oct 2009 44,785 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 44,785 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 38,523 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 38,523 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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AP05 OSD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AP05 OSD, 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 AP05 OSD registered?

AP05 OSD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is AP05 OSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 OSD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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