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AK05 OBH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,416 mi
Last recorded83,416 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2015 83,416 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Feb 2015 83,416 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 70,399 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 70,398 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 51,825 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 48,826 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 10 May 2012 48,826 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s and n/s rear tyres wearing close to legal limit and are perished

Pass 26 Apr 2011 43,858 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s and n/s front tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 12 May 2010 38,246 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 31,965 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 May 2008 24,098 miles

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

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 OBH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 OBH, 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 OBH registered?

AK05 OBH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is AK05 OBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 OBH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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