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AK55 FBE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,618 mi
Last recorded118,618 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 FBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 118,618 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2018 118,615 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 113,238 miles

both headlamp lenses deteriorated.

nearside front outer cv boot starting to deteriorate.

Pass 17 Oct 2016 111,589 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 103,524 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 94,841 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2013 84,263 miles

o/s/f brake binding

Pass 18 Sep 2012 81,397 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 70,721 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 70,721 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 65,172 miles

near side front tyre side wall perished

near side rear tyre on 2mm

Pass 26 Sep 2009 55,060 miles

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHPAE NEARSIDE ON 2MM TREAD

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 43,829 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 FBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FBE, 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 FBE registered?

AK55 FBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is AK55 FBE safe to buy?

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