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AK05 KXP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

158,356 mi
Last recorded158,356 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 158,356 miles

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

both front tyres worn low

o/s outer sill weak

Pass 22 Apr 2016 146,551 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 146,539 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear tyres worn to legal limit

Pass 22 Apr 2015 130,439 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 130,427 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front discs worn

Pass 7 Apr 2014 95,601 miles

n/s/r brake pads very low

Pass 10 Apr 2013 86,344 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 86,332 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 78,135 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 68,681 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 59,623 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 50,048 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 39,765 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 KXP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol 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 KXP, 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 KXP registered?

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

Is AK05 KXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 KXP 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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