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AK05 KNH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

150,655 mi
Last recorded150,655 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 KNH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 150,655 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 147,260 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 141,540 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 135,043 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 128,832 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 128,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 113,780 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 93,939 miles

both rear tyers cuting out on inner edges

Pass 23 Jun 2010 75,657 miles

FRONT EXHAUST SURPORT BRACKET NOT FULLY FITTED INTO RUBBER HOLDER, NEED'S ATTENTION SOON.

Fail 22 Jun 2009 58,635 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 58,635 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 42,801 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 42,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 KNH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KNH, 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 KNH registered?

AK05 KNH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is AK05 KNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 KNH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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