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AK05 WWH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

127,462 mi
Last recorded127,462 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 127,462 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

n/s rear bumper has slight damage

Fail 9 Sep 2022 127,462 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front lenses faded (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

n/s rear bumper has slight damage

Pass 13 Sep 2021 121,080 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 115,974 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 122,530 miles

engine under covers fitted

Fail 20 Aug 2019 112,529 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

engine under covers fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2018 109,228 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

under side engine cover

Fail 11 Sep 2018 109,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

under side engine cover

Pass 15 Aug 2017 104,115 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 15 Sep 2016 94,897 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 83,772 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 70,156 miles

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

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

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

child seat fitted to nearside rear unable to fully inspect adult seat belt

Pass 7 Mar 2014 62,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2014 62,547 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 52,487 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 49,598 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 49,338 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 49,338 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 41,907 miles

offside front wing mirror casing damaged

under tray fitted to vehicle

Fail 18 Jun 2011 41,907 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front wing mirror casing damaged

under tray fitted to vehicle

Pass 12 Jun 2010 36,722 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 12 Jun 2010 36,722 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 19 Jun 2009 31,366 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 31,366 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 25,207 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 WWH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WWH, 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 WWH registered?

AK05 WWH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is AK05 WWH safe to buy?

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