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AK05 XJT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,471 mi
Last recorded125,471 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 XJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 125,471 miles

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

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

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

Steering suspension and brake components all corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2021 118,049 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHTS PATTERN POOR (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin SUSPECT CALIPER START TO SEIZ UP (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

TRACKING REQUIRED ALL ROUND

Fail 15 Oct 2021 118,048 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHTS INCORRECT COLOUR (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHTS PATTERN POOR (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin SUSPECT CALIPER START TO SEIZ UP (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

TRACKING REQUIRED ALL ROUND

Pass 12 Oct 2020 112,905 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also starting crack on inner side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 110,101 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2017 100,462 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 89,707 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2016 89,707 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 76,421 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2015 76,354 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 54,193 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 54,193 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 52,764 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 52,764 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 50,736 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 46,013 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

o/s/f repeater lamp broken.

Pass 26 May 2010 37,616 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 32,395 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 32,395 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 29 May 2008 23,407 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 XJT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XJT, 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 XJT registered?

AK05 XJT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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