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AJ05 XVH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

61,792 mi
Last recorded61,792 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 61,792 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 59,288 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 57,580 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs deeply lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective o/s & n/s lenses HAZY (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth at inner edge [Barum Brilliantis 2 195/65/15 91H ] (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs deeply lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 53,873 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs worn & scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn at inner edge [195/65/15 91H ] (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 50,703 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 48,987 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 48,120 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 47,011 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 44,555 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 40,507 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 37,938 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 35,966 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 33,451 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 30,967 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 28,893 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 26,728 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 24,677 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 20,898 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 17,446 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 17,318 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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 XVH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 XVH, 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 XVH registered?

AJ05 XVH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is AJ05 XVH safe to buy?

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