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AIG 1061

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Silver Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

196,252 mi
Last recorded196,252 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI92,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAIG 1061
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2024 196,252 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 159,477 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 152,062 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 135,503 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 135,467 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 127,616 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 118,323 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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AIG 1061 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Silver with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 92,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AIG 1061, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AIG 1061 registered?

AIG 1061 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is AIG 1061 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AIG 1061 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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