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AJ05 XSX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,518 mi
Last recorded71,518 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2012
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 XSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2012 71,518 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 22 Dec 2011 62,839 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 54,468 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2010 54,468 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 41,824 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 21,594 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 21,037 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Advised on nail in nearside rear tyre

Advised on nearside headlamp aim .

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 XSX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XSX, 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 XSX registered?

AJ05 XSX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 July 2005.

Is AJ05 XSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 XSX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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