MOT Status
ValidMileage
161,095 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
All brakes binding slightly
Handbrake just in specifications
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill holed full length (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill holed full length (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Nearside Rear seat belt damaged
rear brake disc back plates corroded
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
full under covers fitted
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
full under covers fitted
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?
Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AJ55 FDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 FDU, 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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How do I check the history of AJ55 FDU?
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What year was AJ55 FDU registered?
AJ55 FDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 November 2005.
Is AJ55 FDU safe to buy?
The MOT history for AJ55 FDU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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