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AJ05 XSU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

129,293 mi
Last recorded129,293 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 129,293 miles

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

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

both headlamps poor

suspension corroded

windscreen cracked top

Pass 12 Aug 2025 123,595 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 123,595 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 117,054 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 110,327 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 104,915 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 100,319 miles

SLIGHT NS FRONT TYRE OUTER WALL DAMAGE

Fail 11 Aug 2021

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 96,342 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 92,815 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 92,416 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 89,850 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 86,825 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 86,825 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 82,331 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 77,485 miles

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

nearside rear brake binding slightly

off side front headlamp insecure at lower mounting ( not affecting beam image )

Pass 5 Aug 2014 72,280 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 65,777 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 59,645 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Aug 2011 54,884 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 51,348 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 43,494 miles

o/s side repeater cover missing

Pass 24 Jun 2008 34,081 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 XSU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 XSU, 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 XSU registered?

AJ05 XSU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is AJ05 XSU safe to buy?

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