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AF05 PNX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

73,690 mi
Last recorded73,690 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 73,690 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2026 73,689 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centeral box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 66,081 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 64,372 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 61,691 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 58,616 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 58,005 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 57,048 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 53,532 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 53,532 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 49,713 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 47,515 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 45,114 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 45,114 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 42,850 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 40,556 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 38,156 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 36,812 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 36,073 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 31,791 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 29,778 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 27,028 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 PNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 AF05 PNX, 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 AF05 PNX registered?

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

Is AF05 PNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 PNX 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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