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AV05 HKA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,404 mi
Last recorded101,404 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 HKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 101,404 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 96,677 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 96,677 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 91,611 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 91,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 81,772 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 64,759 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 64,759 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 49,151 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 49,136 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 48,575 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 48,575 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 47,317 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 45,988 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 45,031 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 45,031 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 43,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 42,516 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2014 41,305 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2013 39,046 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 37,849 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 35,557 miles

n/s/f tyre cracks in outer side wall

rear tyres side walls perished/cracking

Pass 15 Feb 2010 31,632 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 28,620 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 23,627 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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AV05 HKA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV05 HKA, 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 AV05 HKA registered?

AV05 HKA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AV05 HKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 HKA shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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