2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · AV05 SWJ
2005 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2005. Recorded mileage 168,503 miles. MOT valid until 04/03/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 168,503 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1896cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AV05 SWJ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/03/2026
- 168,503 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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AV05 SWJ Mileage History
- 14/04/2022212,037 mi
- 05/03/2025156,561 mi-55,476 mi
- 04/03/2026168,503 mi+11,942 mi
Average of roughly -11,197 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
AV05 SWJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Golf (AV05 SWJ) between April 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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