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AF05 VZG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

108,993 mi
Last recorded108,993 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 VZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 108,993 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 97,686 miles

Central Rear Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement gearbox dog mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 89,724 miles

front and rear brake pads are wearing low

Pass 9 Nov 2022 83,407 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 76,102 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 71,463 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 67,092 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 58,647 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 49,940 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 47,659 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 44,423 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 44,423 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 39,383 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

both front headlamps deteriorated

Pass 17 Feb 2014 35,633 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 35,631 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 31,875 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 31,875 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 29,019 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 26,728 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 24,064 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 21,045 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 18,905 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 18,905 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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 VZG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 VZG, 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 VZG?

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What year was AF05 VZG registered?

AF05 VZG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 March 2005.

Is AF05 VZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 VZG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF05 VZG have outstanding finance?

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