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AF55 UZU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

71,784 mi
Last recorded71,784 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 71,784 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2025 71,784 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 65,010 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 59,081 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 51,300 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 42,196 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

fan belt idler worn

Fail 22 Nov 2021 42,196 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

fan belt idler worn

Pass 24 Nov 2020 35,253 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 35,253 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 28,088 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 19,489 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 19,402 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 18,991 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 18,406 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 18,025 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 17,668 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 17,024 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 16,317 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 15,631 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 14,933 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 UZU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 UZU, 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 UZU registered?

AF55 UZU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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