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AP54 JZF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

145,399 mi
Last recorded145,399 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 JZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 145,399 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 139,249 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2020 139,249 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 133,183 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 127,233 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Unable to check rear seat belts

Fail 7 Dec 2017 127,233 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Alternator belt worn

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

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

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

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

Rear Unable to check rear seat belts

Pass 13 Dec 2016 116,868 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 116,868 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 108,047 miles

Offside Front nail in tyre

Offside Front tyre bald inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine bay cover fitted unable to check some components

front number plate slight damaged

under tray fitted unable to check some underside/underneath components

Fail 14 Jan 2016 108,047 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front tyre bald inner edge

Offside Front nail in tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine bay cover fitted unable to check some components

front number plate slight damaged

under tray fitted unable to check some underside/underneath components

Pass 14 Jan 2015 95,427 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 83,354 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 14 Dec 2012 766,711 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 70,904 miles

AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wiper blades smear

Pass 10 Jan 2011 63,108 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 63,108 miles

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 48,627 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear tyres, outer sidewalls slightly cracked and perishing

Pass 17 Dec 2008 36,497 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 28,076 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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AP54 JZF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AP54 JZF, 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 AP54 JZF registered?

AP54 JZF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 January 2005.

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