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AF05 ZFB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

135,068 mi
Last recorded135,068 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 ZFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 135,068 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 135,068 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 123,441 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2019 111,535 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 98,162 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 May 2017 92,970 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 79,479 miles

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

stone chips on windscreen and under trays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2015 72,592 miles

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape on the inner edge

Pass 27 Feb 2014 65,556 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Feb 2013 59,481 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 51,676 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 51,676 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 44,532 miles

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 16 Mar 2010 35,933 miles

Both rear tyres cracking in tread, Left hand rear worn on inner edge and on limet now early attension adviced

Pass 21 Mar 2009 29,273 miles

All four tyres showing signs of cracking

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Mar 2008 24,540 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 ZFB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZFB, 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 ZFB registered?

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

Is AF05 ZFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 ZFB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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