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AJ55 ZNL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

140,314 mi
Last recorded140,314 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 ZNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 140,314 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

coolant level below minimum

Fail 1 Nov 2025 140,314 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

coolant level below minimum

Pass 4 Nov 2024 109,634 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 109,596 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corrosion on nearside sill in two places within 30cm of seatbelt mounting point (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 104,177 miles

Nearside Rear Outer side light dim

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front side light flickers

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 2 Nov 2022 101,738 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 98,921 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 98,921 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 92,228 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 92,228 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 88,803 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 82,757 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 76,875 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 68,751 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2016 68,715 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 62,874 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 55,121 miles

Handbrake lever stiff in operation with low readings,graunch when used cables or calipher require grease/lubrication ?

Pass 6 Dec 2013 48,501 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 44,146 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 39,353 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 35,224 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)

advise both rear tyres age cracking on sidewalls.recommend 4 tyres replacing soon.

Pass 5 Dec 2009 29,767 miles

airbag dash warning light illuminated.

Pass 12 Dec 2008 24,708 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 ZNL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 ZNL, 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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AJ55 ZNL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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