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AK55 KYF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

143,215 mi
Last recorded143,215 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 KYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 143,215 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 140,056 miles

Front BRAKE HUB BACK PLATES CORRODED

Pass 3 Dec 2016 136,828 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 132,557 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front (3.5.1i)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Fail 24 Nov 2015 132,557 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front (3.5.1i)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 123,818 miles

NSR brake slight binding

Fail 11 Nov 2014 123,765 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

NSR brake slight binding

Pass 2 Dec 2013 113,868 miles

oil level above the maximum mark

Pass 15 Nov 2012 106,687 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 99,717 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 82,921 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 63,377 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 42,440 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 42,440 miles

Front 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 KYF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KYF, 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 KYF registered?

AK55 KYF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is AK55 KYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 KYF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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