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AJ55 CXF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

112,675 mi
Last recorded112,675 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 CXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 112,675 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 112,675 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2019 100,013 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated front both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 25 May 2019 100,013 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated front both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2018 91,712 miles

nail near side rear tyre

Pass 22 May 2017 82,404 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 77,654 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml on

n/s/r bumpstop split

Pass 29 Apr 2015 72,655 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 66,011 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 61,035 miles

exhaust rusty

front and rear discs worn

oil leak

r/n/s of bumper damaged

Fail 1 Jun 2013 61,035 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

exhaust rusty

front and rear discs worn

oil leak

r/n/s of bumper damaged

Pass 31 May 2012 54,345 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 54,345 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 48,285 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 38,598 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 31,353 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 31,353 miles

Nearside 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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AJ55 CXF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AJ55 CXF, 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 CXF registered?

AJ55 CXF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is AJ55 CXF safe to buy?

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