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AF05 YPR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,671 mi
Last recorded46,671 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 YPR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 46,671 miles

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 44,720 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 42,992 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 41,084 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 38,765 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 36,434 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 36,433 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 35,116 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 34,112 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 32,601 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 31,459 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 30,469 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 28,784 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 27,338 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 25,218 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 24,074 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,101 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 18,823 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 16,284 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 YPR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YPR, 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 YPR registered?

AF05 YPR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 March 2005.

Is AF05 YPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 YPR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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