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AK55 DBX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,716 mi
Last recorded77,716 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 DBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 77,716 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres wearing on edge and perishing

both front tyres wearing on edge and perishing

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 11 Dec 2017 77,710 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres wearing on edge and perishing

both front tyres wearing on edge and perishing

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 28 Nov 2016 72,557 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear brake binding

oil leak at back of engine

Pass 11 Dec 2015 60,762 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 60,761 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 50,445 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 49,246 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 49,230 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 44,787 miles

slight bind to nearside rear brake

slight bind to offside rear brake

Fail 13 Sep 2013 44,774 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

slight bind to nearside rear brake

slight bind to offside rear brake

Pass 12 Sep 2012 40,340 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 34,742 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 30,236 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 25,509 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 20,822 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 DBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel 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 DBX, 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.

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What year was AK55 DBX registered?

AK55 DBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is AK55 DBX safe to buy?

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