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AJ05 AHU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 AHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016
Pass 7 Jul 2015 97,953 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 97,953 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 87,750 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 85,391 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 78,181 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 64,812 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 57,253 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 46,771 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 34,616 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 34,616 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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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AJ05 AHU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AJ05 AHU, 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 AJ05 AHU registered?

AJ05 AHU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is AJ05 AHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 AHU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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