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AF05 YDZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,160 mi
Last recorded156,160 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 YDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2014 156,160 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 137,563 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 131,379 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 120,919 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front windsreen has a crack low down n/s

Pass 6 Nov 2010 109,102 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 109,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 94,658 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 89,828 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 73,667 miles

slight blow exhaust

Fail 9 May 2008 73,667 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight blow exhaust

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 YDZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YDZ, 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 YDZ?

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What year was AF05 YDZ registered?

AF05 YDZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 March 2005.

Is AF05 YDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 YDZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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