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AE54 WWF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

84,420 mi
Last recorded84,420 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 WWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 84,420 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 79,095 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 74,408 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 70,538 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 70,538 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 66,345 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 57,509 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 50,952 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 43,997 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 38,362 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 32,446 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 32,434 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 27,759 miles

Nearside Front tyre deteriorated

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 16 Jan 2015 24,307 miles

Both front brake disc inner surfaces have corrosion forming.

Exhaust centre section clamps corroded but exhaust still secure at time of test.

Nearside rear tyre outer sidewall has slight damage.

Pass 22 Jan 2014 20,311 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 16,933 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2012 14,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jan 2011 9,270 miles

both rear tyres getting perished between treads

hi-level brake light not working

Fail 17 Jan 2011 9,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres getting perished between treads

hi-level brake light not working

Pass 15 Jan 2010 6,831 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished between treads

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 4,042 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

all four tyres slightly perished between treads

Pass 18 Jan 2008 1,675 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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AE54 WWF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AE54 WWF, 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 AE54 WWF registered?

AE54 WWF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is AE54 WWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 WWF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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