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AJ05 FVD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

84,794 mi
Last recorded84,794 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 FVD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2020 84,794 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2020 84,794 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019 80,232 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 77,030 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 77,030 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 71,449 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 68,439 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 67,530 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 67,515 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 29 Apr 2014 66,776 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 64,874 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r wheel arch damaged

Pass 27 Mar 2012 58,565 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Mar 2011 53,087 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 48,699 miles

Front brake pads getting low and nearside rear pads look thin

Front wipers not very good at clearing Recommend new wipers

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

Offside mirror glass damaged

Pass 28 May 2009 41,180 miles

Front brake pads look low

Fail 28 May 2009 41,180 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front brake pads look low

Pass 16 May 2008 30,685 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 FVD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AJ05 FVD, 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 FVD registered?

AJ05 FVD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 May 2005.

Is AJ05 FVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 FVD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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