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AJ55 XLX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

165,684 mi
Last recorded165,684 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 XLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 165,684 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 165,684 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 154,538 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 141,980 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 129,479 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 120,438 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 109,418 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 103,213 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 103,213 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 98,405 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2011 98,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 80,995 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 60,485 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 40,305 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on the inside edge

Fail 10 Oct 2008 40,304 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

n/s/f tyre wearing on the inside edge

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 XLX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XLX, 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 XLX registered?

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

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