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AE05 YOC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

117,184 mi
Last recorded117,184 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 YOC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 117,184 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 114,646 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 111,555 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 108,576 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 105,777 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 103,344 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 97,772 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 92,754 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 87,386 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 81,530 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 74,935 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2014 68,030 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 60,903 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 60,903 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 54,563 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 46,766 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 38,648 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 29,959 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 22,081 miles

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 YOC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AE05 YOC, 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 AE05 YOC registered?

AE05 YOC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AE05 YOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 YOC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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