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AD06 APK

2006 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

114,977 mi
Last recorded114,977 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf85,175 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD06 APK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 114,977 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 110,322 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 105,254 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 100,759 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush has slight movement on wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush has slight movement on wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 96,263 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 92,164 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 90,562 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 87,339 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 85,323 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 82,654 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 78,269 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 74,735 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 72,549 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 72,549 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 71,007 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 71,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 68,434 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 60,851 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 51,107 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 40,026 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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AD06 APK is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 85,175 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 AD06 APK, 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 20 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 AD06 APK registered?

AD06 APK is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 June 2006.

Is AD06 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD06 APK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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