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AK55 FDE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

116,191 mi
Last recorded116,191 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 FDE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 116,191 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 88,985 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 74,208 miles

child seat fitted at time of test

engine covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

Fail 17 Nov 2015 74,159 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

child seat fitted at time of test

engine covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Nov 2014 63,473 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 54,444 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 43,976 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 39,932 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 35,964 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 30,727 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 23,569 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 FDE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FDE, 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 FDE registered?

AK55 FDE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is AK55 FDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 FDE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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