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AF05 ZDU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

100,169 mi
Last recorded100,169 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 ZDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 100,169 miles

both rear tyre treads getting low

exhaust system will soon need attention

Pass 20 Feb 2015 88,461 miles

centre and rear clamps leaking on exhaust.

exhaust flexy pipe split slightly leaking.

has bolt missing out of bell housing on gearbox.

n/s/r tyre perrished on side wall.

o/s/f head light worn pattern ok.

oil leak from front of engine.

Fail 18 Feb 2015 88,461 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

centre and rear clamps leaking on exhaust.

exhaust flexy pipe split slightly leaking.

front discs and pads 85% worn.

has bolt missing out of bell housing on gearbox.

n/s/r tyre perrished on side wall.

o/s/f head light worn pattern ok.

oil leak from front of engine.

rear pads 90% worn.

Pass 8 Mar 2014 79,423 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 79,423 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 72,306 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 62,680 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 51,158 miles

front tyres slight wear to inside

Pass 27 Feb 2010 43,671 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 35,544 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 25,898 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 ZDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZDU, 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.

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What year was AF05 ZDU registered?

AF05 ZDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is AF05 ZDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 ZDU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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