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AK05 HTD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,958 mi
Last recorded151,958 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 HTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2017 151,958 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 147,317 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 142,500 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

engine lamp on

Pass 29 Apr 2014 124,158 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 100,900 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 82,909 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2011 68,820 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 58,123 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 44,632 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 34,880 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 HTD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HTD, 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 HTD registered?

AK05 HTD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 April 2005.

Is AK05 HTD safe to buy?

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