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AJ55 DKD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

129,082 mi
Last recorded129,082 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 DKD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 129,082 miles

E M light on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 120,424 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

engine management warning light illuminated

Fail 11 Nov 2022 120,422 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

engine management warning light illuminated

Pass 6 Nov 2021 113,108 miles

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

brake pedal slightly hard on application

Pass 19 Nov 2020 106,439 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 99,071 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 90,600 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 90,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 87,913 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 82,979 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 77,946 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 74,802 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 67,550 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 60,638 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 54,652 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 47,952 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 41,061 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 33,454 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 DKD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DKD, 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 DKD registered?

AJ55 DKD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 November 2005.

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