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AF05 PXE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,961 mi
Last recorded94,961 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 PXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 94,961 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 93,384 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 91,639 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 90,676 miles

offside rear tyre on 2/3mm

Pass 17 Jul 2015 89,902 miles

Slight evidence of grease at offside constant velocity joint gaiter

Fail 17 Jul 2015 89,902 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Slight evidence of grease at offside constant velocity joint gaiter

Pass 25 Jun 2014 85,400 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 77,805 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 68,006 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 56,964 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 56,964 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 44,934 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 44,934 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 29,124 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 19,586 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 PXE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PXE, 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 PXE registered?

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

Is AF05 PXE safe to buy?

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