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AJ55 FND

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,016 mi
Last recorded115,016 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 115,016 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 111,585 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 108,736 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 107,507 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 106,877 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 105,717 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2020 105,717 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 104,568 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chipin zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 96,775 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 84,351 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 84,351 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Pass 5 May 2016 73,429 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 69,899 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 64,776 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 61,036 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Nov 2012 56,954 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Nov 2011 51,666 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Nov 2011 51,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Nov 2010 46,995 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 41,421 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 32,058 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 FND is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc 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 FND, 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 FND registered?

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

Is AJ55 FND safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 FND 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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