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AJ55 FYA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

177,360 mi
Last recorded177,360 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 FYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 177,360 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 158,386 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2015 158,386 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 16 Dec 2013 142,050 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 142,050 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 129,121 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 129,121 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 118,688 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 108,405 miles

cover missing from nearside front seat belt catch

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Dec 2009 82,996 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Engine light on.

Pass 17 Nov 2008 49,301 miles

Drivers window does not open.

Stone damage to windscreen.

Damage to front and rear bumpers.

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 FYA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FYA, 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 FYA registered?

AJ55 FYA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is AJ55 FYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 FYA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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