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AF05 YGP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

124,426 mi
Last recorded124,426 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 YGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 124,426 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 120,668 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Aug 2021 116,448 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 114,661 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 112,295 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Lens cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 106,889 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Aug 2018 106,889 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 102,397 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 98,654 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 93,663 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 86,573 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2013 79,205 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 79,205 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 74,403 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 73,658 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 63,278 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 58,460 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 48,433 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 36,177 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 YGP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YGP, 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 YGP registered?

AF05 YGP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 March 2005.

Is AF05 YGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 YGP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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