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AJ55 XNX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

140,420 mi
Last recorded140,420 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 XNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 140,420 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

oil level low topped up

Pass 20 Feb 2018 128,192 miles

Front Outer tyre edges bald

Pass 21 Feb 2017 117,484 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 117,484 miles

rear brake binding BOTH UNABLE TO SPIN CHECK WHEEL BEARINGS (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 107,951 miles

under/trays fitted can not see components

Pass 11 Feb 2015 95,622 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 91,073 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 79,540 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 69,810 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 58,626 miles

Nearside Front 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 15 Nov 2010 46,843 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 37,383 miles

near side rear tyre has a cut reaching the inner ply but not reaching 25mm in length

Pass 18 Dec 2008 29,275 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 XNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XNX, 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 XNX registered?

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

Is AJ55 XNX safe to buy?

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