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AO55 MXE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,370 mi
Last recorded38,370 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 MXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 38,370 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 36,698 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 36,053 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 35,590 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 35,578 miles

Braking system leaking brake servo pipe split and leaking. (1.1.3 (d))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 34,953 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 34,368 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 33,682 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Oct 2018 33,246 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 32,668 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 31,772 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 29,712 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 26,343 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 23,734 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 21,625 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 20,522 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 20,522 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 19,874 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 19,154 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 17,016 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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AO55 MXE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AO55 MXE, 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 AO55 MXE registered?

AO55 MXE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is AO55 MXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 MXE shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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