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FA05 AAO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

101,068 mi
Last recorded101,068 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 AAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 101,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 100,623 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested mop lens (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 88,974 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge.

Fail 13 Jun 2025 88,858 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f top boot spilt open (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 17 Jun 2024 76,637 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 61,712 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2022 47,546 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 36,194 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 36,068 miles

all brakes are corroded from standing

n/s/r tyre has a screw in it

Pass 7 May 2014 36,031 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 34,373 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 33,368 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 30,486 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 25,481 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 21,617 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 17,368 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 17,368 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FA05 AAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FA05 AAO, 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 FA05 AAO registered?

FA05 AAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is FA05 AAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 AAO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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