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AY05 ODA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,020 mi
Last recorded129,020 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 ODA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 129,020 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2016 115,121 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 104,928 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edges 205/55/16

Fail 21 Jan 2016 104,928 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn on edges 205/55/16

Pass 22 Jan 2015 93,116 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Jan 2014 85,573 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 77,846 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 70,213 miles

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)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 61,789 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 60,185 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 60,185 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 52,947 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 52,947 miles

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

o/s/r tyre out of shape on inner edge

Pass 29 Aug 2008 45,501 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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AY05 ODA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel 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 AY05 ODA, 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 AY05 ODA registered?

AY05 ODA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 August 2005.

Is AY05 ODA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 ODA 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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