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AK55 ULJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,167 mi
Last recorded105,167 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 ULJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 105,167 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 101,706 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 93,509 miles

engine management light on

Fail 26 Apr 2016 93,509 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine management light on

Pass 6 May 2015 84,216 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 70,379 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 54,527 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 53,739 miles

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 17 Dec 2011 47,512 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2011 47,512 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 40,687 miles

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

near side front tyre outer wall weak

Fail 22 Dec 2010 40,687 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

near side front tyre outer wall weak

Pass 29 Dec 2009 34,786 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 74,294 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 26,025 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 ULJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ULJ, 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 ULJ registered?

AK55 ULJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is AK55 ULJ safe to buy?

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