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AE05 VKB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

110,616 mi
Last recorded110,616 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 VKB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2014 110,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 105,734 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Mar 2013 105,728 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jun 2008 35,015 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 35,010 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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AE05 VKB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE05 VKB, 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

How do I check the history of AE05 VKB?

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What year was AE05 VKB registered?

AE05 VKB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is AE05 VKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 VKB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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