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AF55 AHX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,293 mi
Last recorded146,293 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 AHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 146,293 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 146,293 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 133,135 miles

Engine malfuction light on.

Pass 8 Dec 2015 117,338 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 117,196 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 102,084 miles

N/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge.

O/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 12 Dec 2013 84,717 miles

N/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge.

O/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 12 Dec 2012 65,663 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 64,224 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 59,100 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 59,100 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 53,363 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2009 53,363 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 39,804 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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AF55 AHX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF55 AHX, 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 AF55 AHX registered?

AF55 AHX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is AF55 AHX safe to buy?

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