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AJ05 OWH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,418 mi
Last recorded138,418 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 OWH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 138,418 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2016 118,416 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 113,979 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 106,195 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 99,209 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 97,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 90,718 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 81,993 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 71,363 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on outer side walls

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 60,902 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 60,661 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jun 2008 50,327 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 50,327 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 OWH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OWH, 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 OWH registered?

AJ05 OWH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is AJ05 OWH safe to buy?

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