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AF05 PYW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

124,319 mi
Last recorded124,319 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 PYW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2022 124,319 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 113,257 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 110,255 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 106,666 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 103,976 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 103,976 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 99,174 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 94,922 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 90,670 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 85,880 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 80,784 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 75,501 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 70,808 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 68,146 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 64,201 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 60,347 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 PYW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PYW, 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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What year was AF05 PYW registered?

AF05 PYW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is AF05 PYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 PYW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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