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AK55 FPE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,901 mi
Last recorded100,901 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 FPE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 100,901 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 100,901 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2022 95,003 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 89,851 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine pulleys very noisy and squeaking

Pass 15 Aug 2020 86,932 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 86,473 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 85,412 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 84,641 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 83,324 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 79,884 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 79,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 76,291 miles

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

Offside front tyre worn low on inside edge.

Pass 5 Sep 2013 71,634 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 67,956 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 51,733 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 51,733 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 41,324 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 31,994 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 FPE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FPE, 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 FPE registered?

AK55 FPE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 October 2005.

Is AK55 FPE safe to buy?

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