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AO55 YBX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,549 mi
Last recorded52,549 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 YBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2011 52,549 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 46,021 miles

see checklist 117755

Pass 20 Nov 2009 43,616 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 39,985 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 39,056 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 39,056 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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AO55 YBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AO55 YBX, 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 AO55 YBX registered?

AO55 YBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is AO55 YBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 YBX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO55 YBX have outstanding finance?

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