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AJ54 VXU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,643 mi
Last recorded140,643 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 140,643 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 5 Mar 2026 140,643 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 135,625 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 129,427 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 122,549 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 113,539 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 106,315 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 103,915 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside + offside ()

engine damp/oil leak

nearside + offside rear, front most suspension arm bush slightly deteriorated but no movement

Pass 14 Mar 2019 98,323 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 92,908 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 83,377 miles

Front tyres signs of cracking/ageing

Pass 13 Feb 2016 74,810 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2015 65,928 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2015 65,928 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 63,745 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 63,745 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 61,442 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 54,701 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 47,795 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 40,166 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010
Pass 14 Feb 2009 29,386 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 24,294 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 24,294 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)

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 VXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AJ54 VXU, 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 VXU registered?

AJ54 VXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 February 2005.

Is AJ54 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ54 VXU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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