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AJ05 VKT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,231 mi
Last recorded105,231 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 VKT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 105,231 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 101,452 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 99,055 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 99,055 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 95,874 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 91,523 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 87,417 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 83,525 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 83,430 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 78,699 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 72,590 miles

Rear tyres worn.

Pass 29 Jul 2014 65,138 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 58,578 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 52,434 miles

air bag lamp on

Pass 5 Oct 2011 38,209 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

offside rear tyre uneven tread wear

Pass 24 Sep 2010 27,838 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 15,888 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 14,427 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 VKT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VKT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ05 VKT registered?

AJ05 VKT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is AJ05 VKT safe to buy?

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