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AF05 YMZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

113,120 mi
Last recorded113,120 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 YMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 113,120 miles

Wheel Angle/Suspension on off side rear seems to be more of a positive angle than near side rear.

Pass 13 May 2021 108,053 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

engine oil leak

Pass 13 May 2020 104,021 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 101,769 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Aug 2018 99,141 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 99,141 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 94,992 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 91,108 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 84,330 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 78,195 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 71,750 miles

off side rear tyre wearing fron inner edge of the tyre close to expose the cord

Pass 24 Aug 2012 64,122 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 54,798 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 47,533 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 41,292 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 32,632 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 May 2008 32,632 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

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

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 YMZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc 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 YMZ, 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 YMZ?

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What year was AF05 YMZ registered?

AF05 YMZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 April 2005.

Is AF05 YMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 YMZ 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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