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A722 YAN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,641 mi
Last recorded80,641 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA722 YAN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 80,641 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 77,695 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 77,695 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2024 74,482 miles

Coolant leak radiator leaking

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Jun 2024 74,482 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Coolant leak radiator leaking

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 68,384 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 61,357 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 55,060 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 49,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 44,739 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 42,372 miles

both rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges

Pass 2 Jun 2017 39,565 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 38,022 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 36,406 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 34,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge and tread close to wear indicators

nearside front tyre tread worn close to wear indicators

Pass 7 Jun 2013 30,702 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 28,446 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 25,800 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 23,260 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,500 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 18,500 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (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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A722 YAN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 A722 YAN, 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 A722 YAN registered?

A722 YAN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 June 2005.

Is A722 YAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A722 YAN shows 21 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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