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AK55 YBT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,203 mi
Last recorded108,203 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2020 108,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel arch corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2019 100,424 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 92,509 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 92,506 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 84,424 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 74,689 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 71,054 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 71,054 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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)

n/s/r tyre nail in tread

o/s/r tyre cracks in tread

Pass 14 Oct 2013 54,241 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 39,463 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 32,662 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 32,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 27,573 miles

Rear brake discs slihgtly corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2009 23,360 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 19,531 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 YBT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black 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 YBT, 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 YBT registered?

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

Is AK55 YBT safe to buy?

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