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AV55 OAH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,946 mi
Last recorded169,946 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 OAH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2022 169,946 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 159,523 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 152,077 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 144,095 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 135,082 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 125,598 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 114,132 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 104,475 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 95,366 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 83,776 miles

o/s/r handbrake sticks slighty when released

Pass 2 Nov 2012 74,352 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2011 65,003 miles

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

o/s/f tyre low on inner edge

o/s/r tyre low on inner edge

Pass 22 Sep 2010 53,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 45,299 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 34,110 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 OAH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OAH, 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.

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What year was AV55 OAH registered?

AV55 OAH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AV55 OAH safe to buy?

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