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AJ05 MXH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

121,476 mi
Last recorded121,476 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 MXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 121,476 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front headlight misty

Offside Front mirror damaged

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 120,555 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 116,333 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 108,767 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 102,193 miles

Nearside front tyre worn to limit

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 95,530 miles

Offside front tyre worn on inside adge

Pass 5 Sep 2014 87,558 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 87,541 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 78,658 miles

Offside rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Sep 2012 69,498 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Sep 2011 59,456 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Sep 2010 47,589 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 35,397 miles

both front tyre low

Pass 19 Jun 2008 24,479 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 MXH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MXH, 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 MXH registered?

AJ05 MXH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is AJ05 MXH safe to buy?

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