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AK55 XZN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,930 mi
Last recorded132,930 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 XZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2018 132,930 miles

E.M.L light on

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

drivers door mirror glass cracked

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 1 Feb 2018 132,930 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (8.2.2)

E.M.L light on

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

drivers door mirror glass cracked

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 24 Feb 2017 125,452 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 125,452 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 112,110 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted

covers fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2015 96,431 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2014 86,831 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 73,978 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 59,712 miles

rear tyres perrished

Pass 21 May 2011 43,390 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2010 30,498 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 28,544 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 28,544 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 22,783 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 XZN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XZN, 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 XZN registered?

AK55 XZN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 November 2005.

Is AK55 XZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 XZN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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