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AJ05 FWL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

163,974 mi
Last recorded163,974 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 163,974 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s and o/s rear brake dust plates/guards corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2019 163,971 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s and o/s rear brake dust plates/guards corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2017 153,420 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 114,647 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 136,366 miles

Front and Rear pads wearing uneavenly. Not affecting brakes when checked on brake tester

Nearside and Offside rear bump stops splitting not affecting shockers

Fail 21 May 2014 136,366 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front and Rear pads wearing uneavenly. Not affecting brakes when checked on brake tester

Nearside and Offside rear bump stops splitting not affecting shockers

Pass 18 May 2013 120,367 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 120,367 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2012 105,697 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 88,949 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 72,880 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 60,846 miles

Advise o/s intercooler pipe seal leaking

N/S mirror cap broken

Pass 22 May 2008 46,518 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 FWL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FWL, 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 FWL registered?

AJ05 FWL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is AJ05 FWL safe to buy?

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