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AF55 VGL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,774 mi
Last recorded97,774 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2022 97,774 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 95,871 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 93,515 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 90,790 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 87,798 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 84,942 miles

Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

both rear tyres perished and in general poor condition

Pass 22 Nov 2016 81,910 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 77,762 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

corrosion on all brake back plates

Pass 24 Nov 2014 74,049 miles

offside front and nearside rear brake back plate corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2013 69,009 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 64,386 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 60,446 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs slightly pitted inner side

Pass 19 Nov 2010 55,964 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 24 Nov 2009 47,619 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 37,095 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 VGL 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 100%.

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 VGL, 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 VGL registered?

AF55 VGL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is AF55 VGL safe to buy?

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