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AK05 TRV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

131,392 mi
Last recorded131,392 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 TRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 131,392 miles

Headlamp patterns poor due to deteriorated lenses

Pass 15 Jun 2016 120,279 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 111,543 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

piece of plastic stuck between wheel rim and tyre on offside front

Pass 18 Jun 2014 103,178 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 95,854 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jun 2013 95,781 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

glow plug light present on dash

Pass 21 Jun 2012 89,019 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

airbag light on

o/s/r tyre worn low

Pass 21 Jun 2011 81,788 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn on inner edges

unable to check inner brake pads

Pass 11 Jun 2010 66,451 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 59,087 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 56,516 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 41,438 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 TRV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 TRV, 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 TRV registered?

AK05 TRV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is AK05 TRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 TRV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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