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AP05 JXU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

189,738 mi
Last recorded189,738 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 JXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 189,738 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 189,738 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 179,614 miles

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Pass 24 Mar 2014 178,373 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 173,466 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 168,068 miles

advise o/s door mirror

Pass 13 Dec 2010 152,099 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2010 151,990 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 125,533 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 94,726 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 80,976 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 80,318 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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AP05 JXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AP05 JXU, 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 AP05 JXU registered?

AP05 JXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is AP05 JXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 JXU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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