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AF55 VLK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,211 mi
Last recorded129,211 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 VLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 129,211 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 119,398 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Nov 2014 119,264 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 111,148 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 110,867 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 96,783 miles

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

Traction control light illuminated indicating a a fault.

Fail 23 Oct 2012 96,783 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Traction control light illuminated indicating a a fault.

Pass 27 Oct 2011 78,252 miles

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

the front brake discs are slightly worn

the traction control light is illuminated

Fail 26 Oct 2011 78,225 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

the front brake discs are slightly worn

the traction control light is illuminated

Pass 24 Sep 2010 61,107 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 51,208 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 38,316 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 VLK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VLK, 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 VLK registered?

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

Is AF55 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 VLK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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