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AV05 LGD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,042 mi
Last recorded118,042 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 LGD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 118,042 miles

Offside Rear brake bind

engine light on

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2015 111,049 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 103,052 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 30 Sep 2014 103,052 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 26 Jul 2013 89,756 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 89,756 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 72,302 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 64,719 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 53,509 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 53,509 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 40,537 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 23,449 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 22,514 miles

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

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 LGD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LGD, 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 LGD registered?

AV05 LGD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 April 2005.

Is AV05 LGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 LGD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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