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AF05 PVU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,597 mi
Last recorded119,597 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 PVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 119,597 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 117,140 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 116,024 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both misty (4.1.4 (b))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both struts outer case (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2019 116,024 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both misty (4.1.4 (b))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both struts outer case (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 111,019 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 105,996 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 96,297 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 91,601 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 91,600 miles

Stop lamp not working o/s/rear bulb not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault airbag warning light on (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid front washer not working (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on front wiper not working (8.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 84,368 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 14 Oct 2014 84,368 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Oct 2013 75,081 miles

Engine cooling fan stays on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Oct 2013 75,081 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine cooling fan stays on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2012 65,870 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2011 58,867 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 50,741 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 38,381 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 36,748 miles

front brake pads near limit

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 PVU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PVU, 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 PVU registered?

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

Is AF05 PVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 PVU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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