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AJ05 LRN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

130,070 mi
Last recorded130,070 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 LRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2017 130,070 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 16 Oct 2017 130,063 miles

Front Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on both side (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2016 124,052 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 118,478 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 118,478 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 100,989 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 94,974 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 85,317 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 76,332 miles

high level stop lamp inop

both front tyres are worn on the inner and outer edges

Pass 21 May 2010 64,422 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 55,348 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 44,621 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2008 44,621 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 LRN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol 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 LRN, 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 LRN registered?

AJ05 LRN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is AJ05 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 LRN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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