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AK55 FBJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,564 mi
Last recorded159,564 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 159,564 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 151,238 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated still prevents ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 127,164 miles

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of age

Offside Rear tyre showing signs of age

Fail 27 Sep 2017 127,164 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of age

Offside Rear tyre showing signs of age

Pass 28 Sep 2016 102,356 miles

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

under trays

Fail 27 Sep 2016 102,350 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

under trays

Pass 29 Sep 2015 93,547 miles

under body trims fitted obscuring some items

Pass 18 Sep 2014 88,088 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 83,398 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 83,398 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 79,026 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 73,399 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 68,101 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 54,732 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 54,732 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 39,227 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 FBJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FBJ, 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 FBJ registered?

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

Is AK55 FBJ safe to buy?

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