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AJ05 ZCY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

109,878 mi
Last recorded109,878 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 ZCY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 109,878 miles

Both front wheel arches rusty

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

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 107,177 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside front wheel arch rusty

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 101,990 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective x 2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 93,037 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 83,199 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 78,054 miles

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

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 May 2015 72,847 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 67,050 miles

osr tyre slightly perished

Pass 3 Jan 2013 63,794 miles

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

o/s/r tyre perished

rear brakes imbalanced

rear number plate cracked

Fail 3 Jan 2013 63,794 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s/r tyre perished

rear brakes imbalanced

rear number plate cracked

Pass 18 Nov 2011 57,036 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 48,970 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 41,538 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 30,524 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 30,524 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 ZCY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ZCY, 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 ZCY registered?

AJ05 ZCY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 July 2005.

Is AJ05 ZCY safe to buy?

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