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AF05 XYL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,173 mi
Last recorded51,173 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 51,173 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 50,482 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 50,482 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 49,627 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 48,496 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 47,496 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 45,425 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 43,490 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 41,279 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 38,082 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 36,061 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 36,061 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 33,867 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 31,649 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 29,511 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 27,281 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 23,393 miles

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

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 XYL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XYL, 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 XYL registered?

AF05 XYL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is AF05 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 XYL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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