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AF55 UVT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,857 mi
Last recorded94,857 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 UVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 94,857 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 88,622 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 85,770 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 85,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 82,208 miles

Both front tyres cracking on side wall

Fail 28 Sep 2016 82,208 miles

Both front tyres cracking on side wall

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 75,689 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 71,167 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 64,329 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 58,249 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 58,245 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside rear tyre cracked and perished

Pass 31 Mar 2011 48,457 miles

Bonnet catch stiff

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Osr brake has slight bind

Pass 24 Mar 2010 37,261 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 34,336 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 25,266 miles

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

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

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 UVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 UVT, 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 UVT registered?

AF55 UVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 November 2005.

Is AF55 UVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 UVT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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