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AK05 XGJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,846 mi
Last recorded43,846 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 XGJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2026 43,846 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 41,006 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 38,471 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 34,143 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 33,057 miles

Advise both rear axle tyres cracked

Pass 6 Feb 2020 32,563 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 31,418 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 29,753 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 26,852 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 26,651 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 25,981 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 24,969 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 24,070 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 23,029 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 22,214 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 20,441 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 17,731 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2008 13,061 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 XGJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 XGJ, 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 XGJ registered?

AK05 XGJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is AK05 XGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 XGJ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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