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AF05 RGZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

48,549 mi
Last recorded48,549 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 48,549 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 48,041 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 47,642 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 Feb 2024 47,642 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 46,149 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 45,959 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 45,484 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 45,189 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 44,136 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 42,571 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 41,664 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Feb 2016 40,986 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 39,356 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 38,495 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 37,869 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 36,786 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 36,786 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 35,494 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 32,454 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 29,762 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 25,374 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 RGZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RGZ, 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 RGZ registered?

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

Is AF05 RGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 RGZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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