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AK55 ODF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

113,526 mi
Last recorded113,526 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2022 113,526 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi pipe And reae box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 109,218 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 109,214 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 105,551 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 99,480 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 99,476 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2017 95,180 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2017 95,180 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexipipe leaking (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 92,905 miles

Front and rear exhaust corroded

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 86,080 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 76,120 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 66,805 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 56,508 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 47,776 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 36,572 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 36,572 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 30,056 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 ODF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 ODF, 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 ODF registered?

AK55 ODF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 October 2005.

Is AK55 ODF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 ODF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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