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AJ55 FPT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

110,118 mi
Last recorded110,118 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 FPT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 110,118 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 110,111 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 107,184 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 107,184 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 105,069 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 102,851 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 99,576 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 96,770 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 94,120 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 91,135 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 87,931 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 83,928 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 80,424 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 80,424 miles

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 72,863 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 60,978 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 60,978 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 50,139 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Nov 2008 37,791 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 FPT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FPT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ55 FPT registered?

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

Is AJ55 FPT safe to buy?

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