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AF55 KCX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,706 mi
Last recorded112,706 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 KCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 112,706 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 112,706 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 108,996 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 104,337 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 97,685 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 75,785 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 75,785 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 70,330 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

o/s door mirror glass deteriorated

Fail 3 Apr 2013 70,330 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

both front tyres worn on edges

o/s door mirror glass deteriorated

Pass 4 Oct 2011 52,825 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 39,657 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 28,235 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 18,985 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 KCX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AF55 KCX, 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 KCX registered?

AF55 KCX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is AF55 KCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 KCX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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