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AJ55 FTV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,452 mi
Last recorded123,452 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 FTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2019 123,452 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall damaged

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Fail 4 Dec 2019 123,452 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall damaged

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Fail 4 Dec 2019 123,320 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts x 2 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure starting to twist on tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge of tread + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 29 Nov 2019 123,230 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective cloady (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective cloady (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge of tread + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 27 Nov 2018 101,691 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 78,508 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 78,508 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 75,307 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 75,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 70,734 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 66,888 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 64,269 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2012 60,741 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 56,250 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 44,674 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 36,392 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 29,627 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 29,627 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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 FTV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FTV, 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 FTV registered?

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

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