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AK05 WKV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,246 mi
Last recorded137,246 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 WKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 137,246 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 146,064 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear child seat

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jan 2016 146,064 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear child seat

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 126,218 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 105,791 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 78,090 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 28 Jul 2012 78,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Apr 2011 58,538 miles

front pads are worn low

Fail 4 Apr 2011 58,538 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front pads are worn low

Pass 8 Jul 2010 53,030 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 44,668 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 37,399 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 WKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WKV, 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 WKV registered?

AK05 WKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is AK05 WKV safe to buy?

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