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AJ05 UWY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

145,408 mi
Last recorded145,408 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 UWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 145,408 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 132,336 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 131,448 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 124,472 miles

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

child seat fitted in back rear seat belts not checked

Pass 27 Jun 2012
Pass 15 Jun 2011 117,125 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 113,029 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 108,364 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 108,364 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 92,572 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 UWY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UWY, 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 UWY registered?

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

Is AJ05 UWY safe to buy?

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