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AK55 PPX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,039 mi
Last recorded128,039 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 PPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2018 128,039 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning mirror (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 113,120 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 103,951 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 90,045 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 74,858 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 59,892 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2012 50,621 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 44,366 miles

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

all four tyre treads wearing low

Pass 29 Nov 2010 37,235 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 30,389 miles

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

n/s washer weak

Pass 3 Dec 2008 24,399 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 PPX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PPX, 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 PPX registered?

AK55 PPX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is AK55 PPX safe to buy?

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