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AF55 YMV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

121,347 mi
Last recorded121,347 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 YMV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2022 121,347 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 117,263 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 104,074 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 104,074 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached Secure Bolt Broken (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2018 94,621 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 94,563 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2017 87,405 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 87,404 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 80,721 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 80,721 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear binding

Pass 31 Jul 2015 73,657 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 67,598 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 58,898 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 58,898 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 51,860 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 46,291 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 40,374 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 27,265 miles

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT TYRES WEAR

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 YMV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 YMV, 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 YMV registered?

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

Is AF55 YMV safe to buy?

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