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AJ55 ZCA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

160,923 mi
Last recorded160,923 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 ZCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2018 160,923 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 138,073 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Dec 2017 138,073 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both of 225/40/R18 92Y XL (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 123,970 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear tyre worn on outer edges

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Dec 2015 114,228 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 114,224 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating brake slow to activate when pressure is applied (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 97,916 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 84,431 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 72,278 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 58,039 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2010 45,753 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 35,098 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 35,298 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Dec 2008 25,939 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 ZCA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol 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 ZCA, 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 ZCA registered?

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

Is AJ55 ZCA safe to buy?

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