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AF55 UYP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

125,829 mi
Last recorded125,829 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 125,829 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 116,701 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 109,378 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 103,396 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 97,373 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 93,503 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Aug 2016 90,006 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 90,006 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 86,861 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 86,277 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

n/s & o/s front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 11 Feb 2015 76,850 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 76,850 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 68,460 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 62,516 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

obstruction to drivers view,hanging from mirror, removed by tester!

Fail 17 Mar 2012 53,841 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 53,841 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 46,802 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 46,802 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 40,865 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 34,682 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 32,138 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 UYP 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 76.2%.

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 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 UYP, 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 UYP registered?

AF55 UYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is AF55 UYP safe to buy?

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