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AK05 NZO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

186,761 mi
Last recorded186,761 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 186,761 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 180,673 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 175,342 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 175,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 170,372 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 170,369 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 165,962 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 161,223 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 154,571 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 150,241 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 132,760 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 132,741 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jul 2011 114,226 miles

advise front brake discs worn and lipped

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 101,016 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 100,912 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

both rear tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 23 Jul 2009 85,375 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2009 85,375 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 13 May 2008 65,509 miles

The offside mirror is damaged.

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 NZO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NZO, 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 NZO registered?

AK05 NZO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 May 2005.

Is AK05 NZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 NZO shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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