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AK05 ZZR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

183,330 mi
Last recorded183,330 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 183,330 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 170,519 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 154,256 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 132,872 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 109,504 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2017 89,153 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 77,668 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2016 77,660 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2015 73,777 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 68,601 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 63,521 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2013 63,521 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 56,123 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 48,579 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 42,041 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 35,101 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 26,314 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 26,314 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 ZZR 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 83.3%.

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 ZZR, 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 ZZR registered?

AK05 ZZR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is AK05 ZZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 ZZR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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