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AK55 JVU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,778 mi
Last recorded36,778 miles
Recorded on14 May 2011
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 14 May 2011 36,778 miles

front tyres cracked and perished

Pass 17 Sep 2010 30,967 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 25,214 miles

all four tyres cracking on tread pattern

Pass 26 Sep 2008 19,319 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 JVU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JVU, 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

How do I check the history of AK55 JVU?

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What year was AK55 JVU registered?

AK55 JVU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is AK55 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 JVU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK55 JVU have outstanding finance?

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