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AV05 ULP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

40,919 mi
Last recorded40,919 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 ULP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 40,919 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 40,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 40,050 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 38,396 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 36,113 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 33,418 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 30,480 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 30,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2020 29,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 20 Mar 2020 29,742 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 28,024 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 26,138 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 23,842 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Mar 2016 21,615 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 19,175 miles

rear tyres starting to show signs of cracking

Pass 1 Apr 2014 16,475 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear tyres perished

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 14,899 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 14,896 miles

Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 13,298 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 11,656 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 9,598 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 7,765 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 5,809 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 ULP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 ULP, 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 ULP registered?

AV05 ULP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is AV05 ULP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 ULP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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