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AJ05 PBZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

98,290 mi
Last recorded98,290 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 PBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 98,290 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 97,818 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 97,354 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 96,955 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 96,953 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 96,257 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 95,832 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 94,465 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 93,121 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 90,449 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 89,159 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 87,895 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 86,740 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 84,020 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 80,210 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 77,068 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 73,355 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 59,774 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 46,418 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 46,418 miles

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

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 PBZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PBZ, 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 PBZ registered?

AJ05 PBZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is AJ05 PBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 PBZ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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