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AF05 YJA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

112,365 mi
Last recorded112,365 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 YJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 112,365 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 112,365 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 108,875 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 105,786 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 104,492 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 101,690 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 101,690 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 97,707 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 97,377 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 92,573 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 87,683 miles

both rear tyres have slight age cracks

Pass 30 Jul 2015 82,138 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 76,309 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 71,881 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres have slight adge cracks

Pass 25 Jul 2012 66,671 miles

rear brake discs rusty poor condition

Pass 18 Aug 2011 63,792 miles

nearside and offside rear discs corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2010 61,692 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 57,905 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 55,686 miles

Coolant leak

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 53,553 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 YJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YJA, 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 YJA registered?

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

Is AF05 YJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 YJA shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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