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AJ55 DVM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,545 mi
Last recorded69,545 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 DVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 69,545 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 66,513 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 65,360 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 65,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 53,712 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 43,811 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 39,414 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 30,468 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 30,349 miles

airbag light on

Pass 28 Oct 2009 26,812 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 22,119 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 DVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DVM, 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 DVM registered?

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

Is AJ55 DVM safe to buy?

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