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AK05 TNU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,887 mi
Last recorded76,887 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2014 76,887 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 120,939 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 110,415 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 102,205 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 83,288 miles

o/s/rear tyre is worn down to 2.5mm

Pass 29 Apr 2008 64,478 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2008 64,204 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

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 TNU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 TNU, 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 TNU registered?

AK05 TNU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is AK05 TNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 TNU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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