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AK55 FLA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,583 mi
Last recorded128,583 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 FLA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 128,583 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 128,583 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 126,198 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2015 124,270 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Mar 2015 124,270 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cooler on offside floor insecure

Pass 13 Mar 2014 122,557 miles

front tyres low on edgers.2500 miles?

inner face of front brake discs corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2013 118,514 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 118,514 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 95,904 miles

rear brakes running hot

Fail 12 Mar 2012 95,904 miles

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

rear brakes running hot

rear tyres out of shape

Pass 7 Mar 2011 67,601 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 49,662 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 43,851 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 35,039 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 FLA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FLA, 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 FLA registered?

AK55 FLA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is AK55 FLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 FLA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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