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AV55 XDL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,553 mi
Last recorded106,553 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 XDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 106,553 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 104,434 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 102,614 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 102,614 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 99,303 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 99,303 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 96,712 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 95,137 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 93,411 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 93,411 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2018 90,886 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 90,876 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 88,122 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 85,200 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 78,790 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 72,792 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 66,674 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 66,674 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 61,038 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 53,146 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 44,858 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 34,885 miles

Both front tyres down to 3mm, 195/65/VR15.

Fail 17 Nov 2008 26,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 26,067 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 XDL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XDL, 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 XDL registered?

AV55 XDL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is AV55 XDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 XDL shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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