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AK05 YZH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

159,165 mi
Last recorded159,165 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 YZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 159,165 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread just in MOT pass limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad just in MOT pass limit 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 143,956 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 May 2014 138,006 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 131,382 miles

front suspension arms / rear subframe and suspension arms / rear trailing arm mount areas / rear anti-roll bar - Corroding

nearside front brake disc backplate deteriorating

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

wipers smeary / windscreen greasy

Pass 8 May 2012 124,539 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 117,219 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 109,659 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 102,952 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 94,039 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 94,039 miles

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

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 YZH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YZH, 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 YZH registered?

AK05 YZH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is AK05 YZH safe to buy?

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