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AJ55 RZU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,534 mi
Last recorded30,534 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 RZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2013 30,534 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 27,248 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 24,321 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 20,254 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 17,323 miles

o/s/f tyre getting low on inner edge

o/s/f tyre has cut on tread

Pass 15 Dec 2008 14,453 miles

has cut in offside front tyre. does not expose cords.

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 RZU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RZU, 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 RZU registered?

AJ55 RZU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is AJ55 RZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 RZU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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