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AK55 FHP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,721 mi
Last recorded133,721 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 133,721 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 124,983 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 114,097 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 101,790 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 85,352 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 77,468 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 67,986 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 67,986 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 59,468 miles

timing belt and water pump is due change every 60,000miles

Fail 15 Oct 2010 59,468 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

timing belt and water pump is due change every 60,000miles

Pass 16 Oct 2009 51,478 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 43,321 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 FHP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FHP, 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 FHP registered?

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

Is AK55 FHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 FHP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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