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AP05 OSR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

64,850 mi
Last recorded64,850 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 OSR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 64,850 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 64,850 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 64,681 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 64,368 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer tread small cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 63,772 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 63,284 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively although does show evidence of excessive heat exposure. (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 62,379 miles

n/s/r brake slight binding

Fail 12 Jul 2021 62,378 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

n/s/r brake slight binding

Pass 23 Jul 2020 58,850 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 55,961 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 50,645 miles

coolant leak from radiator area

Pass 10 Jul 2017 45,969 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 42,058 miles

Catalytic convertor broken up & rattling

Rear Tyres cracked / deteriorated

Pass 14 Jul 2015 38,009 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 33,399 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear tyers cracking on side walls

Pass 29 Jul 2013 30,730 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 27,840 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 23,216 miles

REAR TYRES CRACKED

STRONG ADVICE: FRONT TYRES CRACKED AND TYRES STARTING TO SPLIT

Pass 10 Aug 2010 19,029 miles

All 4 tyres, cracked

Pass 3 Aug 2009 15,362 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 11,866 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 OSR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AP05 OSR, 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

How do I check the history of AP05 OSR?

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What year was AP05 OSR registered?

AP05 OSR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 August 2005.

Is AP05 OSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 OSR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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