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AK05 WRJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,968 mi
Last recorded141,968 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2021 141,968 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 130,568 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 121,432 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Oct 2018 112,963 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 105,848 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 98,463 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 90,772 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 82,446 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 80,849 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2013 71,373 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2012 63,979 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML light in dash on

Pass 27 Apr 2011 55,255 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 46,269 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 38,719 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 30,832 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 WRJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 WRJ, 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 WRJ registered?

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

Is AK05 WRJ safe to buy?

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