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AJ05 OUW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

114,793 mi
Last recorded114,793 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 114,793 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 109,081 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 105,964 miles

headlamps deteriorated but not reducing light outout

Pass 1 May 2019 100,564 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 98,239 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 93,893 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2016 86,324 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2016 86,324 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 5 May 2015 80,656 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 May 2014 74,247 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 64,932 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 58,911 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 58,911 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 53,424 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 48,086 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 42,592 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 35,601 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 OUW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OUW, 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 OUW registered?

AJ05 OUW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 June 2005.

Is AJ05 OUW safe to buy?

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