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AK55 FUO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,662 mi
Last recorded124,662 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2022 124,662 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush is cracking/deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r tyre tread low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush cracking/deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 117,119 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush trailing cracking deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush trailing arm cracking/deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 115,601 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 113,505 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear brake sticking slightly

Pass 26 Feb 2018 111,286 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 108,709 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 100,610 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 100,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 94,524 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2014 84,088 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 75,838 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 67,197 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 53,341 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 45,339 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 45,339 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 36,406 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 FUO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FUO, 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 FUO registered?

AK55 FUO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AK55 FUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 FUO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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