CarVerify

Free Car Check

AK55 YGH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

107,630 mi
Last recorded107,630 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 YGH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 107,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 104,766 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 104,733 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired Sill. (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired Sill. (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shocker top mount noisy.

Underbody corrosion.

Pass 16 Sep 2023 100,520 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 95,972 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security vehicle is corroded throughout from underneath (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlights are worn (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2022 95,959 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security vehicle is corroded throughout from underneath (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlights are worn (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link ball joint cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 91,718 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 86,383 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front NSF & OSF Aluminium bushes worn

Corrosion on underbody & suspension components

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF & OSF (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSR & OSR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 84,213 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 84,165 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 82,003 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play n/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 77,954 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 74,506 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2016 74,505 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 67,504 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 60,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Nov 2014 60,814 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2013 54,383 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bonnet catch on bonnet slightly stiff

Pass 18 Nov 2012 48,189 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2011 43,602 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2010 38,801 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)

slight play in o/s of steering rack

Pass 14 Nov 2009 32,718 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2008 25,305 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
Full Volkswagen Golf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AK55 YGH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 YGH, 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

How do I check the history of AK55 YGH?

You can check the full history of AK55 YGH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AK55 YGH registered?

AK55 YGH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 November 2005.

Is AK55 YGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 YGH shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK55 YGH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AK55 YGH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.