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AJ05 FRD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,899 mi
Last recorded86,899 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 FRD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 86,899 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 84,725 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 80,486 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 76,920 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 71,783 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 66,976 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 62,996 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 55,967 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 49,853 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 43,273 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 38,670 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 36,803 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 33,432 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 30,302 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 26,909 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 23,810 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 20,802 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 17,600 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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AJ05 FRD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FRD, 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 FRD registered?

AJ05 FRD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is AJ05 FRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 FRD shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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