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AJ05 XPZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,985 mi
Last recorded75,985 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 XPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 75,985 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 75,985 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 67,961 miles

ESP light indicates a fault.

Front tyres worn close to legal limit.

Pass 18 Jul 2011 61,751 miles

N/s front and rear seat belts not inspected due to fitment of child safety seats.

Pass 2 Jul 2010 53,940 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front number plate damaged

wipers smearing slightly

Fail 6 Jul 2009 43,547 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 43,547 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 31,020 miles

Both front tyre's starting to perish

Both rear tyre's starting to perish and crack on sidewalls

Oil leak

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 XPZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XPZ, 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 XPZ registered?

AJ05 XPZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is AJ05 XPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 XPZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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