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AJ54 VWY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,200 mi
Last recorded120,200 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ54 VWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2015 120,200 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 114,330 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Sep 2014 114,235 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 109,105 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Sep 2013 109,047 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jun 2012 100,484 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 100,484 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 May 2011 88,849 miles

Nearside front tyre tread depth 1.8mm. Legal limit 1.6mm

Pass 3 Jun 2010 70,314 miles

Offside rear tyre right on legal limit at 1.6mm

Pass 8 May 2009 51,941 miles

10mm stone chip in zone 'A' of front screen

Fail 8 May 2009 51,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

10mm stone chip in zone 'A' of front screen

Pass 23 Apr 2008 37,573 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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AJ54 VWY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AJ54 VWY, 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 AJ54 VWY registered?

AJ54 VWY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 February 2005.

Is AJ54 VWY safe to buy?

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