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AK55 DVL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

163,683 mi
Last recorded163,683 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 DVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 163,683 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 160,120 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

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

Fail 28 May 2015 155,171 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2015 155,171 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 150,460 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 May 2014 150,460 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2013 144,529 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 135,576 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 124,954 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 124,954 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Fail 10 May 2010 111,545 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2010 111,545 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 98,877 miles

1) underbody covers fitted 2) o/s front brake back-plate corroded 3) tyres 195 65 15 4) o/s rear tyre on legal limits

Pass 1 Oct 2008 90,641 miles

Offside Rear 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 DVL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DVL, 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 DVL registered?

AK55 DVL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 September 2005.

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