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AK55 AOD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,308 mi
Last recorded99,308 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 99,308 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 90,177 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 83,519 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 73,190 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 73,190 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 61,804 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 50,160 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 39,608 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 30,198 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 24,515 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 21,219 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 AOD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AOD, 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 AOD registered?

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

Is AK55 AOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 AOD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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