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AJ55 LLU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

95,034 mi
Last recorded95,034 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2019 95,034 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both OSF & NSF (Rear) Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Reverse light inop

Under trays fitted throughout

Fail 10 Jan 2019 95,034 miles

Emissions not tested Due to hole in exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box section before b/box (6.1.2 (a))

Reverse light inop

Under trays fitted throughout

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both OSF & NSF (Rear) Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 89,688 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2018 89,631 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 78,541 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 70,400 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 60,832 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 60,832 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2014 51,905 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 44,357 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 37,640 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 37,640 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 29,647 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 22,650 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 22,650 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 17,794 miles

Rear brake effort low, discs coverd in surface rust should clean up with use.

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 LLU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LLU, 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 LLU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 December 2005.

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