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AC05 MFC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,789 mi
Last recorded107,789 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC05 MFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2016 107,789 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 99,527 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 87,132 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 80,731 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 67,146 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 59,700 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 48,545 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 36,918 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 31,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AC05 MFC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AC05 MFC, 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 AC05 MFC registered?

AC05 MFC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is AC05 MFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC05 MFC shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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