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AX05 NXL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,100 mi
Last recorded134,100 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 NXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 134,100 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 134,100 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 122,854 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 113,629 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2010 105,140 miles

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

Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 105,140 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 90,535 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 76,279 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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AX05 NXL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 AX05 NXL, 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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What year was AX05 NXL registered?

AX05 NXL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is AX05 NXL safe to buy?

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