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AF05 YNE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,290 mi
Last recorded102,290 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 YNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 102,290 miles

Nearside Front tyre on wear indicators

both rear coil springs corroded

exhaust has minor leak at front flexi section

Pass 27 Mar 2018 95,966 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 90,906 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 89,105 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 89,105 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section sleeve (7.1.2)

Offside Front tyre at 1.6 mm

Pass 8 Apr 2015 82,800 miles

Both rear shock absorbers/bottom bushes have slight play

Pass 11 Apr 2014 72,271 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 62,646 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 52,757 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 43,485 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 43,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 37,768 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 37,768 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 31,199 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 26,009 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 YNE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 YNE, 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 YNE registered?

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

Is AF05 YNE safe to buy?

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