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AF05 PVT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,542 mi
Last recorded79,542 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 PVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2015 79,542 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 73,764 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside rear tyre slightly perished along tread base.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Oct 2014 73,764 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside rear tyre slightly perished along tread base.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 68,261 miles

Oil leak poss from sump gasket.

Pass 13 Oct 2012 64,380 miles

Offside headlamp requires polishing.

Pass 15 Oct 2011 59,301 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 54,096 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 45,545 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 32,910 miles

N/S/F washer jet not working.

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 PVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PVT, 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 AF05 PVT?

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What year was AF05 PVT registered?

AF05 PVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 March 2005.

Is AF05 PVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 PVT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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