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AJ05 FKU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

133,796 mi
Last recorded133,796 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 FKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2024 133,796 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 131,957 miles

Electronic stability control component slightly damaged (7.12 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 129,137 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 123,455 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2021 123,455 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 119,762 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 115,508 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 110,886 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 107,041 miles

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

aux belt squeak

brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 14 Jul 2016 99,804 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 91,293 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 91,293 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 83,678 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 76,252 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 66,944 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 57,579 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 50,269 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 40,879 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 30,211 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 30,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 FKU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FKU, 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 AJ05 FKU registered?

AJ05 FKU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is AJ05 FKU safe to buy?

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