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A25 XAJ

2006 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

150,273 mi
Last recorded150,273 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf85,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA25 XAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 150,273 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test freshener from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2025 150,273 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test freshener from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect refitted bulb correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 138,017 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2024 138,017 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 135,156 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 132,682 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 129,443 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 126,915 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2020 126,915 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 123,182 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 123,182 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 122,264 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 122,264 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 121,688 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 121,688 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 120,253 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 118,903 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 26 Mar 2014 118,094 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 116,399 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 99,112 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 84,512 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 61,211 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 61,211 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 42,972 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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A25 XAJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 85,175 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A25 XAJ, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A25 XAJ registered?

A25 XAJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 February 2006.

Is A25 XAJ safe to buy?

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