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AJ55 CGZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,747 mi
Last recorded120,747 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 CGZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 120,747 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 120,701 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 109,135 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wipers slightly smearing

main brake pipes greased/coated preventing full inspection

Pass 21 Sep 2012 96,391 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s side repeater dim

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 4 Oct 2011 82,977 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 69,399 miles

n/s/r tyre beginning to perish

o/s/f tyre tread 3mm and worn on inner edge and tyre wall beginning to perish

Pass 5 Nov 2009 57,027 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 47,081 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 CGZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CGZ, 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 CGZ registered?

AJ55 CGZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is AJ55 CGZ safe to buy?

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