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AK55 KZO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,644 mi
Last recorded68,644 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 KZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 68,644 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 63,220 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 60,678 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2023 60,671 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 58,178 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 56,382 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Dec 2021 56,382 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/65 R15 91H (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Dec 2020 55,050 miles

Offside Front Tyre perishing

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Dec 2019 53,731 miles

Offside Rear Child seat fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2018 52,563 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 52,121 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 52,121 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Service now light on.

Pass 19 Nov 2016 50,351 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 48,288 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 45,267 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 41,238 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 34,338 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 29,682 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 24,899 miles

offside rear tyre tread worn out on inner edge.

Pass 21 Nov 2009 22,362 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 18,920 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 KZO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KZO, 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 KZO registered?

AK55 KZO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is AK55 KZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 KZO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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