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AF55 YRA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,132 mi
Last recorded167,132 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 YRA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2016 167,132 miles

engine MIL on

Pass 2 Sep 2015 154,312 miles

bothside front wishbone rear bush/s worn and play.

chip on windscreen within m o t limit.

malfunction ligt on,need diagnostic.

nearside front outer c.v gaiter pin holed.

nearside front tyre outer wall bulging,out,marginal pass.and inner shoulder worn thin.should replace.

nearside rear tyre inner shoulder worn to limit,and outer wall perishing ,marginal pass.

offside front shock absorber seeping oil.

offside front tyre inner wall worn thin ,due to low pressure.

offside number plate light dim,should replace.

offside rear tyre inner shoulder worn to legal limit,should replace.

Pass 3 Sep 2014 142,401 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 133,391 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 124,187 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 110,533 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 91,415 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 83,511 miles

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

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

front and rear discs pitted and worn both rears in poor condition just in legal limits

oil level just above min/mark

Pass 5 Sep 2008 63,871 miles

both front and rear discs pitting and worn

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 YRA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YRA, 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 YRA registered?

AF55 YRA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is AF55 YRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 YRA shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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