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AJ55 GEU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 GEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021
Pass 4 Jun 2019 94,893 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2018 89,828 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 87,925 miles

Both headlamps faded.

EML on.

Front Brake discs and pads worn low.

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Offside Rear Brake starting to bind.

Pass 24 Mar 2016 78,852 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 26 Mar 2015 69,074 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 63,958 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 63,951 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 58,759 miles

Both rear tyres are starting to perish

Pass 30 Mar 2012 53,477 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 44,755 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 44,105 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 36,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 26,839 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 GEU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GEU, 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 GEU registered?

AJ55 GEU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is AJ55 GEU safe to buy?

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