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AK55 XDF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,395 mi
Last recorded133,395 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 XDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 133,395 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 133,395 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 107,220 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 98,592 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2012 81,590 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE BINDING, ADVISE STRIP AND CLEAN A.S.A.P.

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 81,590 miles

OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE BINDING, ADVISE STRIP AND CLEAN A.S.A.P.

Pass 21 Nov 2011 67,810 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 55,383 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 45,002 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 32,832 miles

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

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 XDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 XDF, 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 XDF registered?

AK55 XDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is AK55 XDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 XDF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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