VOLKSWAGEN GOLF MM05RKJ has 28 MOTs

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This 2005 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF has Passed 19 MOTs and Failed 9 times since 2008

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 160,756 miles 2 months ago on Wednesday 15th July 2026 at 15:16.

The current MOT will expire in 10 months on Sunday 18th July 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 1 year on Friday 1st October 2027.

MM05RKJ MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED18TH JULY 2027160,756 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Disc Back Plates Corroded (both Sides)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. ADVISORY - Front Registration Plate Deteriorated But Not Likely To Be Misread (0.1 (b))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge 2.18mm & Edges Worn (5.2.3 (e))
  8. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge 2.84mm & Edges Worn (5.2.3 (e))
FAILED15TH JULY 2026160,756 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Offside Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  2. MAJOR - Nearside Headlamp Aim Projected Beam Image Is Obviously Incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  3. MAJOR - Offside Headlamp Aim Projected Beam Image Is Obviously Incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  4. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Disc Back Plates Corroded (both Sides)
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. ADVISORY - Front Registration Plate Deteriorated But Not Likely To Be Misread (0.1 (b))
  8. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  10. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge 2.18mm & Edges Worn (5.2.3 (e))
  11. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge 2.84mm & Edges Worn (5.2.3 (e))
PASSED15TH JULY 202518TH JULY 2026156,359 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Cover Loose
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Back Plates Corroded (both Sides)
  6. ADVISORY - Reverse Lamp Not Working
FAILED14TH JULY 2025156,355 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Nearside Front Outer Drive Shaft Joint Constant Velocity Boot Split Or Insecure, No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  2. MAJOR - Offside Side Repeater Not Working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  3. MAJOR - Nearside Headlamp Aim Projected Beam Image Is Obviously Incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  4. MAJOR - Offside Headlamp Aim Projected Beam Image Is Obviously Incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Cover Loose
  6. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Back Plates Corroded (both Sides)
  10. ADVISORY - Reverse Lamp Not Working
  11. MAJOR - Exhaust Emissions Exceed Manufacturer's Specified Limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
PASSED4TH JULY 202418TH JULY 2025152,618 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Back Plates Corroded
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material Slight Corrosion (across Rear Subframe) (1.1.11 (c))
  3. ADVISORY - Both Headlamp Lenses Slightly Cloudy
  4. MINOR - Offside Side Repeater Lens Defective Which Has No Effect On Emitted Light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Reverse Lamp Not Working
  6. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Boot Insecure
FAILED4TH JULY 2024152,609 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Offside Rear Wheel Bearing Rough When Rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. MAJOR - Nearside Front Anti-Roll Bar Linkage Ball Joint Dust Cover No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Back Plates Corroded
  4. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material Slight Corrosion (across Rear Subframe) (1.1.11 (c))
  5. ADVISORY - Both Headlamp Lenses Slightly Cloudy
  6. MINOR - Offside Side Repeater Lens Defective Which Has No Effect On Emitted Light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Reverse Lamp Not Working
  8. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  10. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  11. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Boot Insecure
  12. MAJOR - Exhaust Emissions Exceed Manufacturer's Specified Limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
PASSED11TH JULY 202318TH JULY 2024147,780 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Reverse Lamp Not Working
  4. ADVISORY - All Brake Back Plates Corroded
  5. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Cover Insecure
  7. ADVISORY - Offside Indicator Side Repeater Slightly Dull
FAILED11TH JULY 2023147,774 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Offside Front Brake Hose Excessively Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. MAJOR - Nearside Front Outer Drive Shaft Joint Constant Velocity Boot Split Or Insecure, No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  5. ADVISORY - Reverse Lamp Not Working
  6. ADVISORY - All Brake Back Plates Corroded
  7. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Cover Insecure
  9. MINOR - Headlamp Lens Slightly Defective Both Slightly Dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  10. ADVISORY - Offside Indicator Side Repeater Slightly Dull
  11. MAJOR - Nearside Headlamp Aim Projected Beam Image Is Obviously Incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  12. MAJOR - Offside Headlamp Aim Projected Beam Image Is Obviously Incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
PASSED19TH JULY 202218TH JULY 2023144,232 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Child Seat Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Adult Belt
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Cover Deteriorated.
FAILED12TH JULY 2022144,217 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Child Seat Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Adult Belt
  2. MAJOR - Nearside Seat Belt Anchorage Prescribed Area Strength Or Continuity Significantly Reduced Inner Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  3. MAJOR - Offside Seat Belt Anchorage Prescribed Area Strength Or Continuity Significantly Reduced Inner Sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  4. MAJOR - Offside Outer Drive Shaft Joint Constant Velocity Boot Split Or Insecure, No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Cover Deteriorated.
  6. MAJOR - Nearside Headlamp Aim Projected Beam Image Is Obviously Incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  7. MAJOR - Offside Headlamp Aim Projected Beam Image Is Obviously Incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  8. MAJOR - Exhaust Emissions Exceed Manufacturer's Specified Limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
PASSED9TH JULY 202113TH JULY 2022139,388 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Both Headlamps Slightly Dull
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Cover Split
  3. ADVISORY - Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. ADVISORY - All Brake Disc Back Plates Corroded
  5. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Indicator Side Repeater Slightly Dull
FAILED9TH JULY 2021139,388 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Offside Front Lower Anti-Roll Bar Linkage Ball Joint Dust Cover No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  2. MAJOR - Exhaust Emissions Exceed Manufacturer's Specified Limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  3. ADVISORY - Both Headlamps Slightly Dull
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Cover Split
  5. ADVISORY - Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. ADVISORY - All Brake Disc Back Plates Corroded
  7. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. ADVISORY - Offside Indicator Side Repeater Slightly Dull
PASSED14TH JULY 202013TH JULY 2021134,994 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Both Headlamps Slightly Dull
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Indicator Side Repeater Slightly Dull
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Cover Insecure
FAILED14TH JULY 2020134,994 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Emissions Not Tested Unsure Of Cambelt Condition (8.2.2.2 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Both Headlamps Slightly Dull
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Indicator Side Repeater Slightly Dull
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Protective Cover Insecure
PASSED15TH JULY 201919TH JANUARY 2021129,802 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Both Headlamps Slightly Dull
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Indicator Siderepeater Slightly Dull
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Dust Cover Split
  4. ADVISORY - All Brake Back Plates Corroded
PASSED13TH JULY 201819TH JULY 2019123,701 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Side Repeater Slightly Discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Child Seat Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Adult Belt
  3. ADVISORY - Headlights Slightly Cloudy.
PASSED5TH JULY 201719TH JULY 201811,554 MI
PASSED4TH JULY 201619TH JULY 2017107,414 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Headlamp Deteriorated But Light Output Not Reduced (1.7.5a)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Headlamp Deteriorated But Light Output Not Reduced (1.7.5a)
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Front Shock Absorber Has A Light Misting Of Oil (2.7.3)
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Shock Absorber Has A Light Misting Of Oil (2.7.3)
  5. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
FAILED4TH JULY 2016107,414 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Headlamp Deteriorated But Light Output Not Reduced (1.7.5a)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Headlamp Deteriorated But Light Output Not Reduced (1.7.5a)
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Front Shock Absorber Has A Light Misting Of Oil (2.7.3)
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Shock Absorber Has A Light Misting Of Oil (2.7.3)
  5. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
  6. FAIL - Nearside Front Tyre Tread Depth Below Requirements Of 1.6mm (4.1.e.1)
  7. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
PASSED29TH JUNE 201519TH JULY 201696,862 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
PASSED14TH JULY 201419TH JULY 201587,697 MI
 
  1. USER ENTERED - Nail In Offside Rear Tyre
PASSED12TH JULY 201319TH JULY 201473,696 MI
PASSED13TH JULY 201219TH JULY 201364,022 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
PASSED28TH JUNE 201119TH JULY 201256,068 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
FAILED28TH JUNE 201156,068 MI
 
  1. PRS - Offside Front Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
  2. PRS - Nearside Front Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
PASSED14TH JULY 201019TH JULY 201147,926 MI
PASSED17TH JULY 200919TH JULY 201039,139 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
PASSED1ST JULY 200819TH JULY 200929,956 MI
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

MM05RKJ Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 68% | MOT Failure Rate: 32%

MM05RKJ MOT Comments

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MM05RKJ Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 160,756 miles | Average yearly mileage: 7,655 miles

MM05RKJ FAQs

This Volkswagen Golf with registration MM05RKJ was manufactured on Tuesday 19th July 2005 so it is currently 21 years old. Its colour is Blue and it has a 1.9 litre Diesel engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2026 was 160,756 miles, so this Volkswagen has travelled an average of 7,655 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 28 MOTs on record for this Volkswagen Golf beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2008. We can see 9 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means MM05RKJ has a 68% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Volkswagen Golf has had 111 Advisories, 2 PRS Notices, 3 Minor, 24 Major, 0 Dangerous and 1 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Volkswagen Golf is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 1 year on Friday 1st October 2027 .

Does MM05RKJ have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Friday 18th September 2026 MM05RKJ does have an active MOT. Read more

Is MM05RKJ Taxed?

Yes, as of Friday 18th September 2026 MM05RKJ does have Tax. Read more

When does MM05RKJ Tax expire?

The current Tax for MM05RKJ will expire in 1 year on Friday 1st October 2027. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does MM05RKJ MOT expire?

The current MOT for MM05RKJ will expire in 10 months on Sunday 18th July 2027. Read more

When did MM05RKJ have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for MM05RKJ was on Wednesday 15th July 2026 at 15:16. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has MM05RKJ Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 28 MOTs on record for MM05RKJ we can see 19 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has MM05RKJ Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 28 MOTs on record for MM05RKJ we can see 9 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 68% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is MM05RKJ?

MM05RKJ is registered as a 2005 Volkswagen Golf. Read more

How many miles has MM05RKJ done?

The odometer reading for MM05RKJ at the last MOT in July 2026 was 160,756 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 7,655 miles per year. Read more

How old is MM05RKJ?

The vehicle MM05RKJ was manufactured in 2005 so it is currently 21 years old. It was first registered on Tuesday 19th July 2005. Read more

What colour is MM05RKJ?

The official colour of MM05RKJ is recorded as Blue. Read more

What engine does MM05RKJ have?

MM05RKJ has a 1.9 litre Diesel engine. Read more

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