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AK55 OOD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,690 mi
Last recorded58,690 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 OOD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 58,690 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2017 57,822 miles

Front brake disc guard corroded

oil leak

Fail 9 Oct 2017 57,822 miles

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

Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front brake disc guard corroded

oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2016 55,211 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

under tray fitted/ubcc/emllight on

wheel trims fitted

Pass 30 May 2015 54,990 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2015 54,980 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 53,394 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 53,394 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2012 51,937 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 49,337 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 44,990 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 28,421 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 OOD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OOD, 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 OOD registered?

AK55 OOD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 October 2005.

Is AK55 OOD safe to buy?

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