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AF05 VZE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,033 mi
Last recorded94,033 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 94,033 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 87,547 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2016 85,647 miles

Exhaust rattling from rear CAT

Fail 22 Dec 2016 85,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Exhaust rattling from rear CAT

Pass 8 Jan 2016 82,528 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nail o/s/f tyre

Pass 7 Jan 2015 79,433 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 79,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 75,440 miles

Rear tyres cracking and worn on edges

Pass 4 Jan 2013 71,036 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 68,012 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 61,100 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 61,097 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 50,539 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 40,873 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 40,873 miles

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

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 VZE 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 73.3%.

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 VZE, 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 VZE registered?

AF05 VZE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is AF05 VZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 VZE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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