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AK05 HPE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

66,897 mi
Last recorded66,897 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 66,897 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 61,944 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 51,780 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 51,763 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 51,654 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 51,652 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 51,346 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 51,346 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 51,030 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jul 2020 51,030 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 49,878 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 48,623 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 47,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Perished and 8 years old

Nearside Rear Tyre perished and 12 years old

Pass 5 Apr 2016 45,685 miles

nsf tyre age cracked

nsr tyre age cracked

Fail 5 Apr 2016 45,685 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

damage/ scratch on front no. plate

nsf tyre age cracked

nsr tyre age cracked

Pass 25 Mar 2015 43,524 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 40,522 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate slight damage

Pass 28 Mar 2013 36,452 miles

front number plate damaged but still ok to read

Pass 23 Mar 2012 32,825 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 28,970 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 25,069 miles

nearside front tyre "v" rated,all others "h" rated

wipers starting to smear screen

Pass 25 Mar 2009 21,898 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 17,273 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 HPE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HPE, 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 HPE registered?

AK05 HPE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 April 2005.

Is AK05 HPE safe to buy?

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