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AF55 MTZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

185,479 mi
Last recorded185,479 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 MTZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 185,479 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

PARKING BRAKE EFFECIENCY JUST MET ITS REQUIREMENT

UNABLE TO INSPECT REAR SEAT BELTS

Pass 11 May 2017 169,988 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 151,194 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 134,654 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 120,676 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 May 2014 120,676 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 103,342 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 79,595 miles

OSF lower arm rear bush wearing, no play.

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

Pass 10 May 2011 66,862 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 58,081 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2010 58,081 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2009 47,487 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 37,058 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 MTZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MTZ, 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 MTZ registered?

AF55 MTZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 September 2005.

Is AF55 MTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 MTZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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