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AE05 XYJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

177,358 mi
Last recorded177,358 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 177,358 miles

EML on

Offside Front Outer CV gaiter leaking grease

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

Sills corroded

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

Fail 8 Jul 2019 177,358 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

EML on

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer CV gaiter leaking grease

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

Sills corroded

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 154,607 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Jul 2018 154,607 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 145,259 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 140,236 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 134,244 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 128,166 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jul 2013 121,070 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear tyre outer sidewall very slightly perished

Offside rear tyre outer sidewall very slightly perished

Pass 3 Aug 2012 114,200 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 111,625 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 101,681 miles

rear brake discs show substantial wear and corrosion

Pass 15 Apr 2010 90,585 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 69,402 miles

both front tyres getting

rear discs slight corrosion

Pass 23 Apr 2008 51,809 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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AE05 XYJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AE05 XYJ, 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.

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What year was AE05 XYJ registered?

AE05 XYJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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