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AJ05 OTS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

124,517 mi
Last recorded124,517 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 OTS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 124,517 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 123,842 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 123,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 122,309 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 117,783 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 112,198 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 112,198 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2016 107,338 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 102,899 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 95,873 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 95,873 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2013 88,347 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 76,344 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 76,344 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2011 66,712 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 57,560 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 46,767 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 36,324 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 OTS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OTS, 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 OTS registered?

AJ05 OTS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 June 2005.

Is AJ05 OTS safe to buy?

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