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AF55 NBX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,237 mi
Last recorded96,237 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 NBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 96,237 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2022 93,986 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer second from rear , outer skin corroded but not leaking

Pass 10 Aug 2021 91,568 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 89,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 85,381 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 79,595 miles

Front Headlights poor condition

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 73,213 miles

rear tyres starting to crack

Fail 7 Aug 2017 73,213 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 17 Aug 2016 66,586 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 58,149 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 49,458 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 45,134 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 31 Jul 2013 45,134 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Aug 2012 40,515 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 37,056 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 33,588 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 29,124 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 25,068 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 NBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NBX, 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 NBX registered?

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

Is AF55 NBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 NBX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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