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AV55 WSD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,062 mi
Last recorded60,062 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 60,062 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 58,656 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 57,556 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 56,707 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 56,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 55,000 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 54,449 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 53,938 miles

ns and os headlamps slighty dim

Pass 23 Nov 2018 52,226 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 50,360 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 48,759 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 46,452 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 41,843 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 40,289 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 38,934 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 33,043 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 25,524 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 22,712 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 17,575 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 WSD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WSD, 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 WSD registered?

AV55 WSD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 November 2005.

Is AV55 WSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 WSD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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