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AF55 NLN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

68,053 mi
Last recorded68,053 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 68,053 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2025 66,790 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 64,078 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 60,373 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 55,371 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 55,371 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 50,662 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 48,972 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 43,745 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 43,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2018 37,192 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 30,546 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 30,373 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 29,980 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 29,426 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 28,272 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 26,779 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 24,830 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 22,594 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 20,370 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 17,634 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 NLN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 NLN, 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

How do I check the history of AF55 NLN?

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What year was AF55 NLN registered?

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

Is AF55 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 NLN shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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