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DU05 AJX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,451 mi
Last recorded90,451 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 AJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2018 90,451 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 90,451 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NO WATER (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 84,432 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 72,450 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 50,928 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 41,338 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Mar 2013 41,338 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 34,833 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 26,224 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 19,459 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 13,902 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 9,615 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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DU05 AJX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DU05 AJX, 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 DU05 AJX registered?

DU05 AJX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is DU05 AJX safe to buy?

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