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AX54 OJL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,114 mi
Last recorded152,114 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 OJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 15 May 2025 152,114 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 150,084 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 146,632 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 143,075 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 132,736 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 124,121 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 115,775 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 107,243 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 96,488 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 88,570 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 77,482 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 67,751 miles

Child seats fitted nearside and offside rear.

Stone chip below zone A.

Pass 14 Jan 2012 59,554 miles

alternator oap pulley siezed

front o/side cv gaiter surface cracks

park brake cables stiff

Pass 30 Dec 2010 49,240 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 42,218 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 33,821 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 28,563 miles

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

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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AX54 OJL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AX54 OJL, 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 AX54 OJL registered?

AX54 OJL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 January 2005.

Is AX54 OJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 OJL shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX54 OJL have outstanding finance?

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