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AK55 FTP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

94,858 mi
Last recorded94,858 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 FTP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 94,858 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2026 94,854 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 94,088 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 93,275 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 91,013 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 87,332 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 84,083 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 82,727 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 80,964 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 78,391 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 76,055 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 72,705 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 67,084 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 64,685 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 60,109 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 56,065 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 50,774 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 43,970 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 34,341 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 FTP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FTP, 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 FTP registered?

AK55 FTP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is AK55 FTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 FTP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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