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AF05 WEV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

194,740 mi
Last recorded194,740 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 WEV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 194,740 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 178,540 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 178,540 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 162,985 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 147,541 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 129,168 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Jan 2013 111,214 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 111,214 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 94,201 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 63,236 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 50,254 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 40,392 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 WEV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WEV, 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.

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What year was AF05 WEV registered?

AF05 WEV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is AF05 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 WEV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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