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AK55 DWC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,450 mi
Last recorded141,450 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2023 141,450 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Multiple holes front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Multiple holes front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Coil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Hazed (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 135,390 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 128,908 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 128,908 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt And lower split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 120,348 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Starting to become cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 120,342 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit .80 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Starting to become cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 114,017 miles

All brake discs back plates/dust shields heavily corroded and deteriorated

Pass 23 Aug 2018 107,136 miles

All brake discs back plates/dust shields heavily corroded and deteriorated

Fail 23 Aug 2018 107,112 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

All brake discs back plates/dust shields heavily corroded and deteriorated

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 101,530 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 96,476 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 96,476 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 90,777 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 85,922 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 79,784 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 73,258 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 68,103 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 61,543 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 54,415 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 54,406 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 44,908 miles

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

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 DWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 DWC, 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 DWC registered?

AK55 DWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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