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AF55 YLE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

104,339 mi
Last recorded104,339 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 YLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 104,339 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front both back of disc metal plate corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 101,028 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front both back of disc metal plate corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 101,028 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front both back of disc metal plate corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 97,968 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 93,668 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 89,301 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 86,550 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Sep 2021 86,550 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 82,592 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 74,800 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 70,962 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 69,199 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 61,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 53,188 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 43,928 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 33,736 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 25,092 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Aug 2011 22,253 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 20,892 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 19,854 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 17,948 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 YLE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YLE, 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

How do I check the history of AF55 YLE?

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What year was AF55 YLE registered?

AF55 YLE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is AF55 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 YLE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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