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AF05 XPN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,934 mi
Last recorded71,934 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 71,934 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 30 Oct 2019 71,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 8 Oct 2018 67,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 67,887 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2017 63,997 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 63,997 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 61,111 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 61,110 miles

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

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

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

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

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

all 4 tyres have heavy age cracking and require replacing asap.

Pass 25 Jun 2015 57,920 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly-ok for mot. nearside side repeater mirrorlens cracked-ok for mot

Pass 16 May 2014 55,272 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 52,721 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 50,441 miles

dent in o/s sill

Pass 15 Apr 2011 42,328 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 33,400 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 29,191 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 24,241 miles

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)

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 XPN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XPN, 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 XPN registered?

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

Is AF05 XPN safe to buy?

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