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AF05 VRG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

119,608 mi
Last recorded119,608 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 119,608 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Sill damaged.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 114,220 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

handbrake only just passed.

Pass 15 Jan 2021 109,971 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 104,058 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 101,160 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 97,166 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 97,165 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 92,929 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 88,373 miles

child seat installed not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Jan 2016 88,372 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

child seat installed not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jan 2015 82,883 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 78,601 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 74,778 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 70,450 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 66,556 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 59,641 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 50,181 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 45,427 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 VRG 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 88.9%.

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 VRG, 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

How do I check the history of AF05 VRG?

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What year was AF05 VRG registered?

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

Is AF05 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 VRG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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