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AF55 VKZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,498 mi
Last recorded89,498 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 89,498 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 88,069 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2019 88,069 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 86,430 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 86,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 82,692 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 77,157 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 72,346 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 72,346 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 65,788 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN LOW OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SCRUBBING INNER EDGE

Pass 8 Jul 2013 59,534 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 53,095 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 46,575 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 46,575 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 40,442 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 32,718 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 VKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc 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 VKZ, 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 VKZ registered?

AF55 VKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is AF55 VKZ safe to buy?

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