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AX54 RYH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

155,983 mi
Last recorded155,983 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 RYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 155,983 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 150,223 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 143,707 miles

Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 140,114 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 136,792 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 128,940 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 116,333 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 112,560 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 101,099 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 92,652 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both outside edges of tyre worn (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2017 92,652 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both outside edges of tyre worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 82,388 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 82,388 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 77,230 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 72,965 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 72,965 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 67,353 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 67,352 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nearside front tyre close to limit and bald on inner shoulder 225/45wr17 conti

offside front tyre close to limit and bald on inner shoulder 225/45wr17 conti

rec wheel alignment

Pass 19 Jan 2012 61,502 miles

nearside front tyre wearing badly on inner shoulder

offside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder

rec wheel alignment check

Fail 19 Jan 2012 61,502 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

nearside front tyre wearing badly on inner shoulder

offside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder

rec wheel alignment check

Pass 21 Jan 2011 53,941 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 44,950 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 35,665 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 27,007 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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AX54 RYH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 RYH, 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 RYH registered?

AX54 RYH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is AX54 RYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 RYH shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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