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AF55 UXJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,937 mi
Last recorded137,937 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 UXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 137,937 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 137,937 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 130,552 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low on 2mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front tyre very low on outer edges 195/65/15

both front shock absorbers corroded

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 18 Sep 2018 130,529 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15h (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet catch needs looking at

middle and rear exhaust all in one

Pass 25 Aug 2017 119,766 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 119,766 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 107,597 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 102,017 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced TARNISHED (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced TARNISHED (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 90,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/f ,n/s/r ,o/s/f , brake dust covers corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2013 80,999 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 65,735 miles

rear n/s tyre worn on the edge and cracking

Pass 12 Aug 2011 53,703 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 49,784 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 43,882 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 37,121 miles

NOTE plastic under body covers fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 5 Sep 2008 37,121 miles

NOTE plastic under body covers fitted preventing full inspection

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UXJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UXJ, 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 UXJ registered?

AF55 UXJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is AF55 UXJ safe to buy?

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