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AK05 OBZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,846 mi
Last recorded119,846 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 OBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021 119,846 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 113,536 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 110,286 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 98,696 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 87,637 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 76,619 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 66,341 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 56,930 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 53,372 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 53,372 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 51,789 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 47,737 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 41,547 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 33,482 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 33,395 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 27,649 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 OBZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OBZ, 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 OBZ registered?

AK05 OBZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 May 2005.

Is AK05 OBZ safe to buy?

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