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AK05 XJO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,138 mi
Last recorded47,138 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 XJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 47,138 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2025 47,138 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 44,278 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 43,757 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 42,710 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 42,255 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 41,795 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 40,642 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 39,538 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 May 2017 37,887 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 36,246 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 34,519 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 32,652 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 30,282 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 28,547 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 26,583 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 23,654 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 21,030 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 18,100 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 XJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 XJO, 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 XJO registered?

AK05 XJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is AK05 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 XJO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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