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AK55 AGV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,130 mi
Last recorded114,130 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 114,130 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside/nearside (both) (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

body slightly corroded

Fail 19 Jul 2018 114,130 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside/nearside (both) (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Brake slack adjuster has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

body slightly corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2017 109,331 miles

mot carried out in wet condition

undertray/plastic covers fitted

Fail 26 Jul 2017 109,331 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

mot carried out in wet condition

undertray/plastic covers fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2016 105,644 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 102,597 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake backing plate excessively corroded.

Offside Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

Offside rear brake backing plate excessively corroded.

Pass 14 Jul 2014 99,463 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 94,728 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jul 2012 79,995 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

service light on

Pass 18 Aug 2011 65,204 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 54,960 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 54,960 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 44,530 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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AK55 AGV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AGV, 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 AGV registered?

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

Is AK55 AGV safe to buy?

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