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AF55 MPZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,892 mi
Last recorded127,892 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 MPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 127,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 120,506 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

engine management lamp on

n/s steering rack tie rod slightly play

Pass 22 May 2014 110,219 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 100,960 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2012 91,712 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 82,250 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 82,250 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 71,745 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 54,897 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 54,870 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 MPZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MPZ, 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 AF55 MPZ registered?

AF55 MPZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AF55 MPZ safe to buy?

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