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AJ05 LZA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,656 mi
Last recorded98,656 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 LZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 98,656 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 88,864 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eml on

Pass 13 Apr 2015 78,290 miles

horn a little weak

o/s/r and n/s/f tyres starting to crack

rear discs corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2014 70,118 miles

engine management light on

Pass 19 Apr 2013 63,270 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 63,270 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 56,109 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 49,964 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 49,964 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 42,775 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 32,364 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 32,364 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 LZA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LZA, 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 LZA registered?

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

Is AJ05 LZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 LZA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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