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AK55 KZS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

82,901 mi
Last recorded82,901 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 82,901 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Jun 2019 82,873 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 68,631 miles

Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both front (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 56,759 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 45,438 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 45,430 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 37,121 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2015 37,121 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 30,401 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 30,401 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 22,105 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 17,599 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

anti-slip warning light on

n/s/f tyre poor condition

n/s/rtyre poor condition

Pass 14 Jun 2011 16,613 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jun 2010 15,516 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 15,102 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 KZS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KZS, 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 KZS registered?

AK55 KZS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 October 2005.

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The MOT history for AK55 KZS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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