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AK05 KXL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,016 mi
Last recorded93,016 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 KXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 93,016 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 83,924 miles

Front Coil spring worn both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 68,004 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 58,415 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 54,287 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 28 Apr 2014 50,124 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 50,124 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 27 Apr 2013 46,393 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 41,871 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 41,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 36,069 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 31,925 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 27,131 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 22,394 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 KXL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KXL, 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.

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What year was AK05 KXL registered?

AK05 KXL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 April 2005.

Is AK05 KXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 KXL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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