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AU05 ZTE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

35,127 mi
Last recorded35,127 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 ZTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 35,127 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 35,127 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2025 32,951 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 30,042 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 26,710 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 23,654 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 19,266 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 17,113 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 12,011 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 8,178 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 4,614 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 4,609 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 4,495 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 4,209 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 3,831 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 3,564 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 3,196 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 2,812 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 2,360 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 1,829 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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AU05 ZTE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AU05 ZTE, 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 AU05 ZTE registered?

AU05 ZTE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is AU05 ZTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 ZTE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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