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AK05 DFZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

133,579 mi
Last recorded133,579 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 DFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 133,579 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Feb 2018 133,579 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 130,185 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 127,180 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 127,180 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 119,209 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 113,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

eml on

Fail 5 Feb 2014 113,468 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

eml on

Pass 8 Feb 2013 106,430 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 97,118 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 84,575 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 70,560 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 56,873 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2009 56,873 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 45,814 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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AK05 DFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AK05 DFZ, 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 AK05 DFZ registered?

AK05 DFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is AK05 DFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 DFZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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