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AY55 YMF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,720 mi
Last recorded96,720 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 YMF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 96,720 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 86,495 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 76,461 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 67,069 miles

both n/s and o/s front wheel arches signs of corrosion.

chip in front screen lower centre.

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

n/s/r metal brake pipe signs of corrosion/very powdery.

Fail 9 Sep 2022 67,069 miles

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

both n/s and o/s front wheel arches signs of corrosion.

chip in front screen lower centre.

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

n/s/r metal brake pipe signs of corrosion/very powdery.

Pass 13 Sep 2021 66,917 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

plastic shields and covers fitted to vehicle underside unable to fully inspect vehicle.

Pass 8 Sep 2020 66,760 miles

plastic shields and covers fitted to vehicle underside unable to fully inspect vehicle.

stone chip in centre of front screen.

Pass 19 Sep 2019 66,227 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 65,135 miles

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect.

various stone chips in front screen.

Fail 17 Aug 2018 65,135 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working wing mirror indicator. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect.

various stone chips in front screen.

Pass 25 Aug 2017 61,627 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 58,593 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 54,815 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 51,406 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 47,217 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2012 43,499 miles

chip in screen

Pass 23 Aug 2011 40,199 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges 205/55/16

Pass 26 Aug 2010 35,154 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 31,285 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 26,554 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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AY55 YMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AY55 YMF, 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

How do I check the history of AY55 YMF?

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What year was AY55 YMF registered?

AY55 YMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is AY55 YMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY55 YMF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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