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AV55 GPX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

108,616 mi
Last recorded108,616 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 GPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 108,616 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2017 107,281 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 96,230 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

covers fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2016 96,131 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

covers fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2015 83,245 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Jul 2015 83,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2014 77,213 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 72,787 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside headlight is faded but not affecting beam image yet.

Pass 13 Sep 2012 63,816 miles

Nearside front tyre is worn on inner and outer edges of tread.

Rear brake disc back plates are corroded.

Pass 12 Sep 2011 56,341 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 47,170 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 47,170 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 38,820 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 25,618 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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AV55 GPX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AV55 GPX, 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 AV55 GPX registered?

AV55 GPX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is AV55 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 GPX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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