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AK55 KXT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,495 mi
Last recorded79,495 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 KXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2014 79,495 miles

n/s/r tyre bald inner edge

Pass 27 Sep 2013 65,141 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

front wipers showing wear

Fail 27 Sep 2013 65,137 miles

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

front wipers showing wear

Pass 31 Oct 2012 50,546 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 25 Oct 2011 33,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Traction control light on.

Pass 25 Oct 2011 33,596 miles

Traction control light on.

Pass 29 Nov 2010 30,684 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 26,508 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 21,312 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 21,312 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 KXT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KXT, 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 KXT registered?

AK55 KXT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is AK55 KXT safe to buy?

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