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AK54 ZHE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,482 mi
Last recorded135,482 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 ZHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 135,482 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 135,469 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 122,859 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 109,854 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 109,842 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 97,851 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 85,694 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 76,284 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 76,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 66,034 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 54,813 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 45,314 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 32,448 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 29,191 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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AK54 ZHE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AK54 ZHE, 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 AK54 ZHE registered?

AK54 ZHE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 January 2005.

Is AK54 ZHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK54 ZHE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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