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AJ55 BYA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

169,415 mi
Last recorded169,415 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 BYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 169,415 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 162,581 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged small bulge on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 153,781 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 145,320 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 136,759 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 126,318 miles

child seat fitted to rear

Pass 3 Jul 2014 114,332 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 103,063 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 103,063 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 91,248 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 78,829 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 78,829 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 67,822 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 63,198 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 45,263 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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AJ55 BYA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel 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 AJ55 BYA, 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 AJ55 BYA registered?

AJ55 BYA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is AJ55 BYA safe to buy?

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