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AK05 TKZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,057 mi
Last recorded119,057 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 TKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2017 119,057 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2016 98,139 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 77,228 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 65,371 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 48,357 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 43,696 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,186 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Apr 2010 33,090 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 28,725 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s and o/s front tyres just legal inner edge

Pass 7 Apr 2008 23,064 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 TKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TKZ, 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 TKZ registered?

AK05 TKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is AK05 TKZ safe to buy?

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