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AF05 YVZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

138,265 mi
Last recorded138,265 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 YVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 138,265 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 128,259 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 126,433 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front direction indicator casing damaged

Nearside Rear rear tail light casing damaged/cracked

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 115,544 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 27 Nov 2020 115,544 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 105,667 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 100,166 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 May 2018 100,155 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 May 2017 87,958 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 83,323 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 79,813 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 75,949 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 70,555 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 61,547 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 50,157 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 39,605 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 30,477 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 23,755 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 YVZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YVZ, 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 YVZ registered?

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

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