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AU05 PMX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

38,585 mi
Last recorded38,585 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 PMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 38,585 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 34,881 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 30,413 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 27,709 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 26,496 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 23,877 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 23,260 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 22,756 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 21,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 20,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 19,040 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 17,119 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 17,119 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 15,370 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,009 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,750 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 11,566 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 10,038 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 8,173 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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AU05 PMX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AU05 PMX, 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 AU05 PMX registered?

AU05 PMX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is AU05 PMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 PMX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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