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AF05 PNV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

136,055 mi
Last recorded136,055 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 PNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 136,055 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

pads and disc obscured. full inspection recommended.

slight corrosion rear inner sills

Fail 20 Jun 2018 136,055 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

pads and disc obscured. full inspection recommended.

slight corrosion rear inner sills

Pass 9 Aug 2017 126,903 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre is wearing on the inside edge

under trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some underside components

Fail 9 Aug 2017 126,903 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (5.2.6)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre is wearing on the inside edge

under trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2016 113,797 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

flexible part of the exhaust is deteriorated but not blowing

Pass 10 Aug 2015 99,642 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2014 85,914 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 85,914 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

coolant level low

Pass 6 Aug 2013 69,780 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 65,581 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 65,571 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 58,595 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Mar 2011 51,951 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 51,951 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 43,989 miles

offside front brake pads over 3/4 worn

Pass 16 Feb 2009 35,153 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Mar 2008 27,671 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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AF05 PNV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AF05 PNV, 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.

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AF05 PNV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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