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AF55 VBT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,776 mi
Last recorded102,776 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 VBT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 102,776 miles

Nearside Rear Inner wheel rim slightly damaged

Fail 19 Mar 2018 102,776 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive too high (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Inner wheel rim slightly damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2016 94,860 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 92,793 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 80,365 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 72,563 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 59,708 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 48,967 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 35,826 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2010 35,826 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 27,158 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 22,858 miles

off side front tyre worne on inner edege

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 VBT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VBT, 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 VBT registered?

AF55 VBT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AF55 VBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 VBT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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