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AJ05 MWP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,213 mi
Last recorded112,213 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2024 112,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 110,755 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear and the n/s/f perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and the n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

both rear trailing arm front mounting bushes coming unbonded, play not excessive

exhaust flexi deteriorated, not blowing and still secure

Pass 20 Sep 2021 102,193 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 98,017 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 92,715 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear brake binding very slightly when inspected on the ramp

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 86,403 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both headlight aims are cloudy

Fail 13 Feb 2017 86,403 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both headlight aims are cloudy

Pass 16 Feb 2016 80,433 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 72,590 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2015 72,590 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Fail 24 Feb 2014 69,068 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 69,068 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 61,728 miles

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

nearside rear brake binding

Pass 27 Feb 2012 58,350 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 54,217 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 46,548 miles

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

coolent level low

Pass 10 Jun 2009 39,344 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 May 2008 33,231 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 MWP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MWP, 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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AJ05 MWP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 June 2005.

Is AJ05 MWP safe to buy?

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