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AJ55 VSP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,178 mi
Last recorded107,178 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 VSP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 107,178 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Condensation in lamp (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 107,178 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Condensation in lamp (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 104,029 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2017 102,094 miles

Low on coolant

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

Fail 3 Feb 2017 101,969 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Low on coolant

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 95,239 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 89,869 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 82,710 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 74,474 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 64,626 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 55,174 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 55,174 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 47,118 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 35,952 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 VSP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VSP, 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 VSP registered?

AJ55 VSP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is AJ55 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 VSP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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