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AF55 MVN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

95,772 mi
Last recorded95,772 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 95,772 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 89,571 miles

anti roll bar drop link rubber damaged preventing ingress of dirt

n/s sill has damage

wishbone bushes deteriorated not resulting in movement

Fail 4 Nov 2016 89,561 miles

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

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

anti roll bar drop link rubber damaged preventing ingress of dirt

n/s sill has damage

wishbone bushes deteriorated not resulting in movement

Fail 11 Oct 2016 89,551 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Both front bushes split

Child seat fitted nsr, could not fully inspect adult belt

Nsf tyre worn heavily on inner edge

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' Removed air freshener etc (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 83,209 miles

o/s/f tyre close to limit

Fail 23 Jun 2015 83,209 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

o/s/f tyre close to limit

Pass 6 Jun 2014 78,281 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2013 70,330 miles

rear tyres close

Pass 11 Jun 2012 63,468 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 56,220 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 49,331 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 38,094 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 38,094 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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 MVN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MVN, 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 MVN registered?

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

Is AF55 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 MVN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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