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AF55 XBL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

136,678 mi
Last recorded136,678 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 XBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 136,678 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 132,849 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2024 132,849 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 117,471 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 105,239 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 96,294 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak and level below minimum. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 85,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1956515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1956515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1956515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 79,377 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 79,377 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake insecure brake disc guard (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected barke disc guard/ corroding (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 79,267 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 78,465 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 78,465 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 77,253 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 76,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2015 76,706 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 76,341 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 75,323 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 75,303 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 73,908 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 70,361 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 66,715 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 62,755 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 61,380 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 58,535 miles

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

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 XBL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 XBL, 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 XBL registered?

AF55 XBL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is AF55 XBL safe to buy?

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