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AF05 YFA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

119,074 mi
Last recorded119,074 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 119,074 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2023 119,046 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2023 118,244 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 113,982 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 102,372 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 102,214 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 96,726 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 90,515 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 52,609 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 45,912 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 38,875 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 31,075 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 31,075 miles

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 YFA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YFA, 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 YFA?

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What year was AF05 YFA registered?

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

Is AF05 YFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 YFA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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