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AJ55 KEK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

110,099 mi
Last recorded110,099 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 KEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2023 110,099 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 107,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel arch excessively corroded - Tape used to cover rust

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

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sill excessively corroded at rear arch. Not significantly reducing vehicle structure (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 107,756 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch excessively corroded with sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel arch excessively corroded - Tape used to cover rust

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

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sill excessively corroded at rear arch. Not significantly reducing vehicle structure (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 102,904 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 102,876 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working Side light not working. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp lenses discoloured. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 95,593 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from exhaust flexi joint/down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 79,612 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 66,141 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 66,139 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 54,485 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Apr 2016 47,281 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 42,759 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 39,300 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape.

Pass 2 Apr 2013 36,074 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 32,412 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 28,335 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 23,686 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 18,268 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 12,576 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 KEK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 KEK, 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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AJ55 KEK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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