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AK55 YDH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,098 mi
Last recorded70,098 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2014 70,098 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 65,823 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 61,575 miles

Nearside Rear 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 13 Dec 2010 52,895 miles

engine management light on

engine oil level low

slight smear from front wiper blades

slight wear on outer edges of both rear tyres

traction control light on

Fail 13 Dec 2010 52,895 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light on

engine oil level low

slight smear from front wiper blades

slight wear on outer edges of both rear tyres

traction control light on

Pass 16 Dec 2009 45,125 miles

rear brake discs rusty and showing signs of wear

rear tyre sidewalls cracked

slight smear from front and rear wiper blades

traction control light on at dash,ESP switch not working

Pass 17 Dec 2008 37,892 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine m.i.l lamp on

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 YDH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YDH, 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.

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What year was AK55 YDH registered?

AK55 YDH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is AK55 YDH safe to buy?

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