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AY05 ZBC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,109 mi
Last recorded95,109 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 ZBC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 95,109 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 86,117 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 85,183 miles

both front tyres worn low and perished.

corrosion to rear discs.

headlight lenses in poor condition.

mounting bracket for brake hose and ABS wire missing from f/o/s strut. cable ties have been used.

r/n/s tyre perished.

Fail 26 Jun 2017 85,182 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle box. (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn low and perished.

corrosion to rear discs.

headlight lenses in poor condition.

mounting bracket for brake hose and ABS wire missing from f/o/s strut. cable ties have been used.

r/n/s tyre perished.

Pass 21 Jun 2016 83,915 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust middle box (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 83,301 miles

headlghts lenses deteriorated

Fail 16 Jun 2015 83,299 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

front exhaust blowing at flexi

headlghts lenses deteriorated

Pass 12 Jun 2014 80,773 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2013 72,717 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 62,627 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 53,906 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake discs wearing

rear brake pads wearing

Pass 29 Jun 2011 53,906 miles

rear brake discs wearing

rear brake pads wearing

Pass 6 Jan 2010 36,605 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 26,825 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 12,924 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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AY05 ZBC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AY05 ZBC, 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 AY05 ZBC registered?

AY05 ZBC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is AY05 ZBC safe to buy?

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