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C14 OAM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,102 mi
Last recorded62,102 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC14 OAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 62,102 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 62,101 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure Bolts loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2025 61,221 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 58,429 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 52,799 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 49,050 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 47,864 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 40,541 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 36,327 miles

4 leds not working in centre brake light

both rear suspension bumpstops deteriorated

Pass 18 Nov 2011 35,637 miles

high level brake light not functioning correctly

Pass 15 Nov 2010 34,034 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 26,157 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 19,875 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 19,875 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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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C14 OAM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C14 OAM, 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 C14 OAM registered?

C14 OAM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is C14 OAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C14 OAM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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