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AF05 UMA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

170,991 mi
Last recorded170,991 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 UMA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 170,991 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 165,446 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 12 Jan 2019 165,446 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 158,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down on inner 1/3rd (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre is perishing and cracking

Fail 18 Jan 2018 158,665 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down on inner 1/3rd (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre is perishing and cracking

Pass 23 Jan 2017 150,655 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 140,423 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 127,485 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 117,420 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Steering angle light on

Pass 17 Feb 2014 117,420 miles

Steering angle light on

Pass 28 Feb 2013 108,297 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 95,093 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 95,093 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 83,274 miles

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

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner edges

Fail 3 Mar 2011 83,198 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner edges

Pass 4 Mar 2010 73,337 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 58,885 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 45,777 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 UMA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UMA, 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 UMA registered?

AF05 UMA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is AF05 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 UMA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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