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AK05 XJX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

134,328 mi
Last recorded134,328 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 XJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 134,328 miles

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

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2023 130,380 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 127,187 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 120,864 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 118,603 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 113,734 miles

Nearside Front wing corroded

Fail 12 Feb 2019 113,734 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front wing corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2018 109,399 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 105,090 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 99,138 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 93,255 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Front 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 13 May 2013 84,735 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 76,118 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 70,327 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2011 70,193 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 47,741 miles

cant see inner rear brake pads

Fail 3 Aug 2010 47,721 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 40,173 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 40,173 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 30,937 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2008 30,937 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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 XJX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 XJX, 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 XJX registered?

AK05 XJX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 June 2005.

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