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AU05 PZB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,157 mi
Last recorded98,157 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 PZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 98,157 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 98,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 90,789 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 90,787 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 85,439 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 85,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 77,894 miles

centre exhaust clamp broken

Fail 21 Aug 2017 77,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

centre exhaust clamp broken

Pass 23 Aug 2016 71,314 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 62,757 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 54,276 miles

sheilds fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2014 49,770 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 44,639 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 40,836 miles

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

front brake discs lipped

Pass 7 Mar 2011 37,815 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 34,711 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 31,498 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 29,373 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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AU05 PZB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AU05 PZB, 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 AU05 PZB registered?

AU05 PZB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is AU05 PZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 PZB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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