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AD05 FJX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

64,448 mi
Last recorded64,448 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 FJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 64,448 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2025 64,429 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 61,210 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 59,926 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 55,271 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 46,498 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 43,352 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2020 43,352 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 39,233 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 38,079 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 37,930 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 36,967 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 35,980 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 35,414 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 33,289 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 31,002 miles

o/s/r tyre splitting

Pass 7 Feb 2011 27,931 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 24,801 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 20,394 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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AD05 FJX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AD05 FJX, 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 AD05 FJX registered?

AD05 FJX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 July 2005.

Is AD05 FJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FJX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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