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AK55 ONG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,278 mi
Last recorded119,278 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 119,278 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 119,278 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 108,254 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 103,422 miles

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

Offside Rear Door rubber damaged/deteriorated

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wing slightly damaged

Fail 16 Dec 2021 103,422 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Door rubber damaged/deteriorated

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wing slightly damaged

Pass 9 Dec 2020 100,175 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 88,920 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2019 88,920 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both side (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 71,176 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted

Fail 12 May 2018 71,176 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

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

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 31 May 2017 59,345 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 56,361 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 52,948 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 52,948 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2014 49,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 49,283 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 48,261 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 48,259 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 44,876 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 44,876 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 39,825 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 34,370 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 28,377 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 23,605 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 ONG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ONG, 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 ONG registered?

AK55 ONG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is AK55 ONG safe to buy?

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