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AK55 LDU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,148 mi
Last recorded78,148 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 LDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 78,148 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2017 78,080 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 73,368 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 73,368 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

engine water level low

Pass 14 Jul 2015 69,293 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 64,981 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 58,097 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2012 51,862 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 44,900 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 40,239 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Oct 2009 34,580 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 28,713 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 LDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LDU, 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 LDU registered?

AK55 LDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 November 2005.

Is AK55 LDU safe to buy?

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