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AJ05 MWN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,331 mi
Last recorded109,331 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 MWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 109,331 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 96,008 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 84,989 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 82,972 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 80,678 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 77,539 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 74,610 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 72,134 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edges

offside rear tyre has 2mm tread wearing on inner edge

Fail 18 Aug 2011 72,134 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edges

offside rear tyre has 2mm tread wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Aug 2010 68,117 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 51,708 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 51,708 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 31,248 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 31,248 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 MWN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MWN, 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 MWN registered?

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

Is AJ05 MWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 MWN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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