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AK55 UPN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,459 mi
Last recorded109,459 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 UPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 109,459 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 109,459 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 104,541 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 98,880 miles

front brake discs excessively corroded.

front exhaust flexi-pipe corroded+blowing slightly

front headlight lenses corrodded.

front number plate deteriorated

offside front flexi-hose starting to split.

Fail 25 Oct 2016 98,880 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported loose at centre section (7.1.1)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated hose split (3.6.B.4d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake discs excessively corroded.

front exhaust flexi-pipe corroded+blowing slightly

front headlight lenses corrodded.

front number plate deteriorated

offside front flexi-hose starting to split.

Pass 13 Oct 2015 90,743 miles

brake pipes coated in grease unable to fully inspect

Pass 7 Oct 2014 83,913 miles

o/s/rear brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Oct 2013 76,588 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 62,656 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 62,656 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

some brake pipes coated with copper grease unable to examine properly

Pass 4 Oct 2011 58,283 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 55,299 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

ADVISE AIR BAG LIGHT ON

Fail 13 Dec 2010 55,297 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 54,740 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 33,041 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 UPN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 UPN, 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 UPN registered?

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

Is AK55 UPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 UPN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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