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AK55 UJA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

199,289 mi
Last recorded199,289 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 UJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 199,289 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 184,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

glow plug light on

n/s washer not working but not affecting drivers vision

Fail 23 Dec 2019 184,775 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

glow plug light on

n/s washer not working but not affecting drivers vision

Pass 20 Nov 2018 165,795 miles

Front front back plates rusty

Rear rear back plates rusty

Pass 22 Nov 2017 153,737 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 148,941 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 140,759 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 127,862 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 116,164 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 107,701 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 100,100 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 98,963 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 90,164 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 74,118 miles

O/s/r wheel bearing noisey in operation

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 UJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 UJA, 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 UJA registered?

AK55 UJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is AK55 UJA safe to buy?

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