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AK55 YEC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

66,384 mi
Last recorded66,384 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 66,384 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 64,030 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 61,543 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 58,379 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 54,974 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2019 92,023 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 49,204 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 49,204 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 43,053 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 38,523 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 38,522 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 30,711 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 30,711 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 26,871 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre tread cracking

offside rear tyre tread cracking

Pass 31 Oct 2013 23,029 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 23,027 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 21,126 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 24 Oct 2011 19,062 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

traction control light on

Pass 21 Oct 2010 17,502 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 16,112 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 14,331 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 YEC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YEC, 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 YEC registered?

AK55 YEC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is AK55 YEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 YEC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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