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AJ05 YFD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

106,064 mi
Last recorded106,064 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 106,064 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 14 Mar 2013 93,353 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 93,353 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Mar 2012 80,320 miles

rear seat belts not cheked due to baby seats fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2011 67,934 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 60,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 60,002 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 50,510 miles

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

o/s front tyre showing some wear on inner edge

Fail 1 Jul 2009 50,510 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s front tyre showing some wear on inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2008 37,240 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 YFD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YFD, 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 YFD registered?

AJ05 YFD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is AJ05 YFD safe to buy?

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