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AK55 AFZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

95,976 mi
Last recorded95,976 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 AFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 95,976 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 90,096 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced applies to both nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Sep 2017 90,096 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced applies to both nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 82,292 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front lower arm rear bush starting to split

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 18 Aug 2015 77,941 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 73,604 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 69,073 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 69,073 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 62,291 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 55,531 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 46,405 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 46,404 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 34,849 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 27,555 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 27,555 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

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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AK55 AFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AK55 AFZ, 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 AK55 AFZ registered?

AK55 AFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 September 2005.

Is AK55 AFZ safe to buy?

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